That sudden embroidery of color on our mountains. A good friend of mine e-mailed yesterday, "wondering if the changing of seasons is emotional for [me]."
It is.
Been remembering all of these fall family nights, and so many other autumn moments.
Been thinking a lot about about these favorite words,
"To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;
A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up;
A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;" Ecclesiastes 3
Been trying to enjoy this season.
It is beautiful - if somewhat blurred.
The tears are inevitable.
Healthy, I'm told.
Normal, at least.
But I've been thinking a little about a line in Lewis's book (which I read over and over, and relate to both utterly, and not at all):
"You can't see anything properly when you're eyes are blurred with tears."
I still want to see.
Clearly.
I don't think that means I have to stop crying. (I can't.)
I don't think physical vision is really the issue.
I'm so grateful it's conference weekend.
I know that the truth imparted these next two days will sharpen my spiritual sight.
It always has.
April Conference 2008
love those two note-takers
And I know it always will.
I love Paul's words, speaking about his and all apostolic ministries, "Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy."
"Good tidings of great joy."
"Joy to the world."
My mom always used to say conference was like Christmas. =)
Can't wait.
10 comments:
Love you Lori! Enjoy Conference. I'll be thinking of you 3 :)
I loved the beautiful fall pictures of your family in the canyon. What a blessing that you've kept such a faithful and lovely record of your life. And that you still have the courage to continue it..and share it. All my love.
Beautiful post Lori!!! Brought tears to my eyes! We think of you daily and pray for you to have peace and comfort! Beautiful pictures both this year and last!!!
Looking forward to Confernece as well!!
Love you!!
Lori, you are beautiful and poetic and inspiring. Your family is so sweet. I'm looking forward to Conference as well. It's just what I (and we all) need right now, I think. Thank you for your kind note left on our blog the other day. It really means a lot to me that you would take the time. I hope you have a lovely weekend.
My vision is blurred as i type. You always put rhingsnao beautifully:) we love you and you're always in our prayers. Aren't we always anxious for conference weekends! Definately my two favorite of the year! Beautiful pictures! We are blessed to live amid such beauty:) hugs to you all!
"A time for.....blurred vision...keen insights...LOVE"
Wish our hearts would hurry up and heal..... Deep breaths! Love you.
LOVE CONFERENCE TIME! mom
Love you so much! Hope you are enjoying conference! We should talk again soon. xo
I was thinking about you during conference yesterday. Love you.
Lori,I thought of you this weekend. I missed you too! (Another time perhaps). Yes it is very healthy to do what you are doing. Don't let anyone tell you differently. I need to come and see you or plan a time when we can get together to do lunch or an evening together. Love you and love your posts. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and insights!
Hey Lori, I thought about you the whole time during conference. It seemed like every other talk was written specifically for you. I hope it brought you some peace.
Your words are pure poetry Lori! I love reading them and seeing your beautiful photos of your kids.
Thanks also for sharing the autumn colored mountains. That's two things we don't have around here--mountains and fall colors (the trees are either still green or just dead looking)--and I miss them so thanks for sharing. :)
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