It was sweltering hot in the shop, loud with the rev of motors, dense with the choke of exhaust, frenetic with the bustle of customers. I breezed out of the office to meet it head on when my grease tainted fingertips, unfit for a snack break, made a quick dip into the plastic container of sweet, juicy cherries sitting on the black refrigerator adjacent to the coffee pot table. In spite of the multi-tasking mesh my mind had become that morning, something caused me to pause when I put a cherry in my mouth. I bit down on the firm,flavorful fruit and gazed out the always opened garage door. I stopped activity for one brief moment and breathed deeply. Time flowed backwards taking me somewhere familiar but not identifiable. I felt peaceful, detached; then my conscious took notice and forced me back to work. I spit my seed into the trash can and rushed outside to greet the next customer. What a simple,delicious combination of spirit and earth, if only for a moment.
I will be still, and let the earth be still along with me. And in that stillness we will find the peace of God. It is within my heart, which witnesses to God himself. From A Course in Miracles
I will be still, and let the earth be still along with me. And in that stillness we will find the peace of God. It is within my heart, which witnesses to God himself. From A Course in Miracles
Peace. Love, Linda
2 comments:
Such a beautiful devotional, one that showcases the beauty of the ordinary things in life. You should really think about submitting devotionals. I have a story in Hurray God, a new book of devotionals that just came out, and they're looking for more. My story is "Flat Tires: Where is God When You Need Him?" about a TN road trip a few years ago. I love your blog. Blessings, Barb
Thank you, Barb. I haven't been online too much lately because we are so busy at work, but I appreciate your comment and your visit to my blog. I am sure your devotionals are just as beautiful as your fiction.
Linda
Post a Comment