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Another beautiful day in Cheyenne! 85 degrees out right now and no wind! I love this time of year when the trees are changing their color to the beautiful hues of yellow, gold and reds. It makes me ponder how often do we humans change our coat that we wear as Christians. Are we staying the same year in and year out, or do we let God bring a brilliant hue to our coat as we pray and praise him? Do we continue to draw closer to the well of living waters and drink the pure refreshing water that Jesus brings us? Or are we content to draw water from the same old well that is stagnant and unhealthy to drink? Just a few things to ponder as we watch nature change and show off the beauty God has placed in it. Have a peaceful Sunday and week.

Restful Sunday

Today has been a beautiful Sunday. My husband and I were the Lectors this morning at Mass and that is always a special way to serve our Lord. We went to Hartmann Hall afterwards for coffee and doughnuts and enjoy the opportunity to visit with fellow parishoner. A special part of the day was talking to my daughter who is ready to have her first baby and to see if there is any hint if it could be today. I am so excited to see and hold this little one. Such a beautiful gift for our family. I spent time reading a book and falling asleep between chapters. (Its not that it isn't a good read, its just that I woke up too early and needed a little shuteye.) I was able to skype my family that doesn't live here and that is a great way to see and talk to my grandchildren! If you don't use Skype, I highly reccommend it. Isn't it great what modern technology does so we can keep in touch with loved ones! However, to keep in touch with our God, we don't need anything modern. We only need the discipline of taking time to pray. He waits longingly and patiently for us to come to Him.
Dear Lord, I thank you for the blessings of this restful day! Thank you for my husband and I ask you to bless his birthday tomorrow. Thank you that I can come to you so simply and you hear me. Bless all who read my posts on this blog!

Good morning! My son from Oregon is home for a few days visit and so I have been cooking his favorite foods. When I used to go visit my mom and dad I loved the smells coming from my mom's kitchen and I felt like I was home. We would sit around the kitchen table and visit about this and that and just enjoy being together. I miss that, as my parents went home to be with the Lord many years ago, but now it is so heartwarming to have my family come home and do the same thing. Families are to be treasured and nurtured, for that protective cocoon around us helps us when we are battling the world that surrounds us. Enjoy all of your family members and do whatever you can for them, even if the only thing you can do is just pray for them. Have a great day and God Bless you!