Sweet Words and Gentle Hearts

Posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 at 08:41

My, but it is a beautiful day! The sun is shining, and though it is cold, our little home is warm and toasty. 

I have a list of things to do today, and as always, I wish for a bit more time to do it all in.  Chores await, calling for a quick and decisive action.  Too bad, I got bit by the lazy bug, last night, lol.   I am just kidding of course, and will soon get started, but for a moment, I wanted to share something with you.

Yesterday afternoon, I wrote a little comment to someone on HSB, who, every time I read her blog, blesses my heart.  She talks of many things, and her love for her family and others is evident in her writing.  When I awoke this morning, I had planned to post a recipe and my menu for the week, but God had different plans for my blog today.  To make a long story short, she wrote me a little note, and told me that I had blessed her with my comment. Oh my, but I was thrilled to hear that!

It may seem strange, but for me, this place is a place of ministry, in some ways.  I say that because, there are so many lovely people here, who take the time to write their thoughts, sharing their dreams, and sometimes, even their heartache.  What is so truly wonderful is that many will respond.  Loving-kindness and gentle words of encouragement will be written, and prayers will be spoken.  What a blessing it is to know that many will hear, and understand, giving of their time, and sending a word of encouragement and sharing laughter together.

I am reminded of a verse in the Bible, "Let brotherly love continue."  While we may not know each other in the sense of physically seeing and being near, hearts do meet and mingle here. We learn about each other, and from each other.  We share, and we care for each other.  Oh yes, we may not actually see one another, but sometimes, the heart sees so much better than the eyes.  Here, we can be ourselves.  We can give a moment of unreserved love for another, expecting nothing, but gaining so much from the experience.  In some ways, it is the sweestest of friendships.

The joy of friendship is in the giving to another person.  Whetther in thought or deed, words written or silent prayer sent heaven-ward, it is a blessing to both.  I pray that each member of HSB will be blessed with sweet words and gentle hearts, today and everyday.

God bless you all today, and fill your lives with love and laughter!

                         Mistypearl

I love your thoughts on life!

Posted by fcusick on Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at 02:03 - Link

Dear Mistypearl,

I love your thoughts on life. I loved what you had to say. It is so good when we encourage one another. I have felt so blessed being on this blog site. I am learning so many different things!

Blessings,
Flossie