Joy Walked Back

Salaciously that spirit
of discontent beckoned me
      shadowing my heart,
      twisting the sinews of
              my whitewashed heart…
              my redeemed heart…

Joy took leave
              so sudden was its apparition.

No, no, nothing of it!

Dropping on my knees
imploring, pleading, recalling former times…till

       His light shone once more…till
       His light dissolved

              the worthless dreams
             the caricatures of comfort

and Joy walked back.

Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. Psalm 16:11

Small Table Fountain

New Summer Project

Water. I love its music. I guess that’s why  I love it when it rains. Softly, its gentle pattering soothes my frayed brain, and leaves me relaxed and calm. Loudly, its thundering sheets melt my worldly cares, and I imagine myself being cleansed spiritually too.  For years, I’ve wanted an indoor waterfall so I can treat my ears and being to the sweet sounds of flowing water. Recently  I noticed a perfect place for an indoor waterfall. It’s next to the stairs and besides the hall tree.  I’ve also identified a few more spots around the house for other indoor waterfalls.

So a new summer project is borne!

I’m going to build me an indoor waterfall. The exorbitant prices they charge for such waterfalls is one reason. But another reason is I think I have it in me to create one. My dear late dad used to plan and create beautiful water gardens for hotels, shopping complexes and elegant homes.  During one season of his life, he also created beautiful miniature indoor waterfalls  for a living. If my dear dad could do it, surely I can too.   If only he could see me now, he would be chuckling, for I was never quite interested in what he was doing when I was growing up.

Anyway, here are some websites I’m currently looking into in my search for the perfect indoor fountain.  If you made one yourself, and have some tips, I would appreciate your advice!

http://www.guide4home.com/out-ftn/make-indoor-water.htm
http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/kobayashik/H2OFount.html
http://www.fountainsnslate.com/
http://www.hgtv.com/landscaping/tabletop-fountains/index.html
http://www.hgtv.com/landscaping/freeform-fountains/index.html

Blighted Ovum

I found this page on the blighted ovum and thought some might find it enlightening. Between my two children, I had a miscarriage due to a blighted ovum. It still pains me thinking about it, but to realize that my baby was no less a baby because it was a "blighted ovum" has made things bearable.

And to be able to enjoy my six year old son now is a joy beyond comparison. After that miscarriage at 42, I didn’t  think another baby was possible. But God was good, just as He always is.

"Far Above Rubies" and "Blessed is the Man" BENEFIT SALE

My friend, Lynda Coates, was a home school pioneer. Together with her husband Lauren, she blazed a trail that many subsequently followed. Thanks to her  and other pioneers, we presently can home school freely.

Her signature books, Far Above Rubies (for girls) and Blessed is the Man (for boys) are high school curriculum guides that have "been around" for a while now, and are relied on by many as the backbone of their high school home school, or at least a resource guide. They are amazingly well-researched and thorough. Best of all, they are based on the Word of God.

Today, Lynda is  widowed. Her children are grown, but she continues to be a blessing to the home school community. I  am honored to be part of her efforts to raise funds for this worthy cause by contributing to the slew of  freebies she’s giving away when you buy her classic curriculum.

Check out her sales page here and find out more. 

http://www.lyndacoats.com/

Warning: the sale goes away after this Friday, May 15.