Usually, my husband and I drink our first cup of coffee in our bedroom and share our morning devotions and prayer for the day.
Moms and dads, I expect, include prayers for their kids every day and their families and fiancées. For friends, missionaries, co workers…the list can be short or long. Other days may include national and global concerns, activities, our marriage.
And we talk. Sometimes serious and other, just talk.
He has been gone 9 days. Tomorrow is homecoming for him and our girls. It has been a long but good week for me. I miss the talk, the prayer and the joining in unity as we start the day.
I slip downstairs , let the dogs out and brew my coffee. It is quiet and the sun is brilliant this morning. It is cold, the snow’s icy coating is blinding.
I come into the living room for quiet time. The sun is shinning today; nice it’s not be overcast. I love these chairs for Luckett’s Spring Market last year. They are so pretty and make me smile. My shawl is not only beautiful but necessary. Cold weather seeps through the windows; I need the extra warmth.
I have several books I use besides Scripture. This morning I grabbed Liz Curtis Higgs Rise and Shine.
Thankfulness was the focus. I have enjoyed the time alone. Well, not really alone. Will has been here with me. He works hours everyday so I don’t usually see him until later at night. It is a comfort and I am thankful he is here with me.
I am thankful Jim and the girls were able to make this trip to reconnect with friends who live far away while being part of a retreat. Jim heads off to the meetings of worship and teaching with some business. The girls will go with a gaggle of teens and with their leaders for small group study and fun events and outings.
My heart is full with the blessing of life and love. And thankfulness they were able to make the trip.
Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God that is the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name. Hebrews 13:15
What is the blessing God has given you especially in this season?
I so love reading the linkups. I feel there is such comaraderie, and strangers do not exist. To discover we all share so much~~in our daily activities, in our spiritual places, and in our thoughts and feelings!
Thanks for sharing yours!
I do too for the the same reasons plus the creativity and words.
Linda,
Thanks so much for dropping by my blog for a visit! I love the name of yours! 🙂 What a great way to start the day with your husband in prayer and reading, what a gift that must be!
Linda … this is a beautiful reflection. Peace and contentment flows from your heart-words and your pictures. What a lovely gift to share with us as the snow pours down like rain …
Blessings as we head off into this week!
Thank you for your kind words. Hope you have a wonderful week. Blessings, Linda
Such a beautiful way to begin the day. I am thankful for Our Heavenly Father and knowing that He alone understands me and leads me in His path.
Blessings,
jemma
Have a good week Jemma. blessings, Linda
Hi LInda, hope it was a nice homecoming.
That’s also a beautiful throw.
The best! Lots of hugs.
My husband and I also start the day with devotions and prayer during breakfast. I am thankful for a Godly husband who honors God’s Word and is a spiritual leader. Thanks for the beautiful post!
God bless,
Laurie
Thankful every day for him. Blessings, Linda