Thursday, May 20, 2010

Life


















Life's messes sprinkle through all that we know...
However, we do not have to succumb to them...
Our minds eye may record happiness...
A wealth of spiritual and emotional growth, as well.

Farewell to bitterness and disbelief...
You were never my friend...

Strength, grace, and honor...
I have found.
Peace in my journey...
Glorious presence...
Most profound!

Soaking in HIS presence,

Andrea
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52 comments:

  1. Deborah AnnMay 20, 2010 at 11:53 AM

    Andrea, that was beautiful! You truly have a gift for poetry...

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  2. ~SandyMay 20, 2010 at 11:55 AM

    Thanks Andrea! I really needed your words & your profile song. I've had a really tough few days, but I know time will make it better. Thanks again!

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  3. RebeccaMay 20, 2010 at 12:00 PM

    Wise, wonderful, succinct and instructive.

    If you don't mind telling me what was the root of your dizziness, you can email me at gatesmc@juno.com If you'd rather not, I understand, too.

    Blessings on your life today, Andrea. I appreciate you.

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  4. MoniqueMay 20, 2010 at 12:17 PM

    So beautiful! Your words encourage me.

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  5. CathyMay 20, 2010 at 1:11 PM

    Beautiful, my friend ~

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  6. Together We SaveMay 20, 2010 at 1:29 PM

    Beautiful... you have such a talent.

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  7. DianaMay 20, 2010 at 1:30 PM

    I always enjoy reading your inspirational thoughts Andrea! You write beautifully! Love Di ♥

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  8. LoriMay 20, 2010 at 1:41 PM

    Beautiful words and picture.

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  9. AndreaMay 20, 2010 at 2:00 PM

    That was beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing!

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  10. Debby@Just BreatheMay 20, 2010 at 2:01 PM

    Amen and God Bless.

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  11. homeschool101May 20, 2010 at 3:29 PM

    Thank for sharing this word today. Very encouraging. How are you doing friend? I have been off and on a lot with dads surgery and all. Great news he is doing well, home now and was told he can be off of his diabetes medication period. Praise God. So excited for that. I will be back on my normal visiting now since he is doing better and things are fine now.

    How are the little ones doing? I hope all is going well. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you Andrea.

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  12. NancyMay 20, 2010 at 3:40 PM

    Like a refreshing in the desert. How welcome is your blog and lovely picture.

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  13. orange sugar homeMay 20, 2010 at 3:40 PM

    such a lovely poem. what a treasure it is to read your peace-filled words. you are an inspiration. thanks.

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  14. christy roseMay 20, 2010 at 3:54 PM

    How beautiful and encouraging!!

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  15. He & Me + 3May 20, 2010 at 4:11 PM

    So glad that you are finding that peace. Beautiful.

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  16. WandaMay 20, 2010 at 4:16 PM

    Lovely words you've shared, Andrea.

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  17. Wylie @ Shout A Joyful Noise!May 20, 2010 at 6:02 PM

    Lovely! Thanks for checking out my new blog! I don't know why it gave you trouble when you tried to follow! Please try it again if you get a chance! Thanks Andrea!
    Wylie

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  18. DianeMay 20, 2010 at 6:33 PM

    Beautiful Andrea! :O)

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  19. Heart2HeartMay 20, 2010 at 6:55 PM

    I love the simplicity of the power found in the words of this poem. Beautiful!

    Love and Hugs ~ Kat

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  20. Tea with TiffanyMay 20, 2010 at 7:04 PM

    Powerful. I love short and sweet posts like this. Encouraging and life giving.

    "Farewell to bitterness and disbelief...
    You were never my friend..." AMEN


    Thanks for your faithful visits. I'm touched that you continue to bless me with words even when I am weak on returning the kindness. It's so hard to juggle friendships. I may blog about that soon. :)

    Enjoy my time here when I do come.

    Until then, God bless you and your family.

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  21. LauraMay 20, 2010 at 9:01 PM

    I feel peace just reading these words here. thank you, Andrea. Love to you.

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  22. Aine WillisMay 20, 2010 at 9:37 PM

    I haven't visited your blog in weeks. I've really missed it. My entire family has been passing around some crazy cold/sinus thing and it's kept me off the computer most of the time. I love the picture you put with this poem. It's beautiful.

    God bless you Andrea .

    Aine

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  23. LorenMay 20, 2010 at 10:20 PM

    Andrea....this is beautiful and I see Gods hand moving in and through you and your words here today!

    Bless you!

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  24. ~from my front porch in the mountains~May 20, 2010 at 10:33 PM

    Andrea, You have an amzing gift for speaking to and from the heart!

    Have a wonderful day!
    xo, misha

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  25. myletterstoemilyMay 20, 2010 at 10:36 PM

    no room for bitterness!!!

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  26. DeniseMay 20, 2010 at 10:41 PM

    Your words always bless.

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  27. KarenMay 20, 2010 at 11:43 PM

    Beautiful, Andrea...loved this line...

    "However, we do not have to succumb to them"...amen!

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  28. Surprised By Joy!May 21, 2010 at 8:20 AM

    Beautiful, true words.

    Blessings,
    Tammy

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  29. Barb May 21, 2010 at 10:06 AM

    Hi Andrea, this is so beautiful!

    I hope you have a blessed weekend....full of joy.

    Barb ♥

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  30. RoseMay 21, 2010 at 10:16 AM

    Andrea, that is beautiful! Amen!

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  31. Velvet Over SteelMay 21, 2010 at 10:39 AM

    How beautiful and PERFECT for me to read today! Thank you, Andrea, for writing and sharing with us All!
    Many Blessings back, :-)
    Coreen

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  32. chasityMay 21, 2010 at 10:40 AM

    beautiful words to ponder and apply.

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  33. UnknownMay 21, 2010 at 10:49 AM

    More beautiful words/message could not be said ... you are such a precious lady, Andrea.

    Hugs, Marydon

    PS Sherry is home & having a rough go of it, still. Yesterday was very hard for her ... she sees Dr. on Friday next.

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  34. Jeanette LevellieMay 21, 2010 at 12:26 PM

    Goodbye to bitterness; you were never my friend.

    Profound! I get chills even retyping it.

    You amaze me, friend.

    Love
    Jen
    Audience of ONE

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  35. JackieMay 21, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    Your words here are very anointed, Andrea!! Really ministered to my heart!!

    BTW...your comment re my post today about my move cracked me up....I really need allot of good laughs right now....many blessings to you and your family, sweet friend!!!!

    He is Faithful!!

    Luv, Hugs and Sweet Blessings!
    Jackie

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  36. EllaMay 21, 2010 at 3:26 PM

    Beautiful post Andrea. Soothing to my spirit.
    Blessings, Ella

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  37. Kelly LMay 21, 2010 at 4:24 PM

    Beautiful - did you write that? I love it.

    love to you
    kelly
    I've Become My Mother

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  38. http://bitsandpieces-sonja.blogspot.com/May 21, 2010 at 4:44 PM

    I always love your poems Andrea... they say so much of what I feel too!

    Beautiful and I agree completely..

    Hugs!

    Sonja

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  39. Jennifer {Studio JRU}May 21, 2010 at 7:37 PM

    "Peace in my journey."

    I love that Andrea. Beautiful.

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  40. Debra KayeMay 21, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    Whatsoever is pure, noble and true...think on these things! Lovely, my friend!

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  41. Wanda's WingsMay 21, 2010 at 9:51 PM

    Such beautiful words. May I find the strength to hold on.

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  42. Beth HerringMay 21, 2010 at 11:20 PM

    You are such a blessing with your writing, andrea. So anointed!

    You have such a sweet heart and always lift me up when I read your comments.

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  43. KathyB.May 22, 2010 at 3:27 AM

    "Farewell to bitterness and disbelief...You never were my friend.." How true, yet how often I seek them out for more bad company, and you know what the Bible says about keeping bad company!

    Lovely words accompanying a peaceful picture.

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  44. Michelle DeRushaMay 22, 2010 at 8:45 AM

    "Farewell to bitterness and disbelief" -- yes, those are my favorite lines!

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  45. Nikki (Sarah)May 22, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    farewell to bitterness and disbelief...Amen to that....Hugs to you.

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  46. koraleeMay 22, 2010 at 11:06 AM

    Your writings are amazing...thanks once again my friend. xoxo

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  47. Attic ClutterMay 22, 2010 at 2:46 PM

    Beautifully put ..I love this Andrea..(:) hugs,Patty

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  48. ~*~ saskia ~*~May 22, 2010 at 3:43 PM

    Beyond amazing, again, talented Andrea!

    Have a great weekend. xoxo

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  49. NelMay 22, 2010 at 9:48 PM

    Beautiful!

    You have an award to pick up over by me.

    until next time... nel

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  50. Just Be RealMay 23, 2010 at 7:29 AM

    Andrea thank you for sharing such beauty.

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  51. MagdalenaMay 23, 2010 at 11:16 AM

    Hi Andrea,
    I hope you are having a lovely blessed Sunday. Reading your post this morning just made my spirits soar with happiness. Beautifully written.
    xoxo
    Bunny

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  52. sanjeetJune 13, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    So beautiful! Your words encourage me.
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