Sometimes we are wise to focus on the beauty in our lives, and allow all else to fade into the background.
Often the things we tend to dwell on aren’t all that important in the big scheme of things.
We will all encounter rough patches along the road we travel. We might hit a bump or skid on the gravel. We must pick ourselves up and continue. We should be grateful we can pick up and continue.
Instead of worrying about the things in your life that are not going according to your plan, remember you have no way of knowing the full scope of life. Let it play out in its own timing. Find the good in your situation.
Mute the background. Let beauty rise to the surface.
Know your life is beautiful.
Know you are blessed.
Living in the Gap
March 3, 2012 – From sun to gloom
Large and bright, it smiled upon me. Its brilliance faded as grey clouds moved in from each side. The clouds opened and swallowed it whole, casting a shadow on the city.
Lovely rose. Yes, some people moan about potholes, and don’t see any irony in the fact that they go on offroad trips for fun.
By: colonialist on March 3, 2012
at 2:43 am
Great point, wise one.
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:49 pm
Beautiful words Suzi. It makes me wonder … were you inspired by that little poem called “Unfolding the Rose”? I have always wondered who wrote it. I shared it in a post a long while back because it is one of my favorites.
By: bearyweather on March 3, 2012
at 2:53 am
I have never heard that, but I’m zipping over to check it out. Thanks.
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:49 pm
It’s a pity that there are some people in our lives that won’t allow us to do just that – wait awhile and see.
By: bev smith on March 3, 2012
at 3:58 am
Yes, I do know a few of those. As much as I try to accept all for who they are, there are also some I keep at a distance strictly because I KNOW who they are.
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:51 pm
“Sometimes we are wise to focus on the beauty in our lives, and allow all else to fade into the background.” Great thoughts.
By: georgettesullins on March 3, 2012
at 7:04 am
Thanks, Georgette.
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:52 pm
Worry is one option. Action is another. And then there is that serenity prayer: “God grant me … wisdom to know the difference.”
By: Sharon Lippincott on March 3, 2012
at 8:16 am
Love that prayer!
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:52 pm
Suzi, you and I have such a similar approach and outlook on life….
“Instead of worrying about the things in your life that are not going according to your plan, remember you have no way of knowing the full scope of life. Let it play out in its own timing. Find the good in your situation.”
I so agree with that. We can’t always see the bigger picture sometimes, therefore we have to allow life to take us where we need to go; trusting that our life is playing out in it’s own perfect timing. And walk in faith.
Thank you for sharing this reminder, my friend.
Have a wonderful weekend!
X
P.S. lovely photo of the rose!
By: Ron on March 3, 2012
at 10:19 am
Walking in faith is always better and eases the heart. The pic was taken at our local botanical gardens.
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:55 pm
Yes! We cannot know the future — nor can we understand much about the present. Nevertheless, we must place our trust in One who does, knowing that we’re loved immensely and perfectly!
By: Debbie on March 3, 2012
at 11:24 am
You nailed it, Debbie!
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:56 pm
you are a wise soul.
By: Crowing Crone Joss on March 3, 2012
at 1:37 pm
You are a wise one, my friend.
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:56 pm
Sometimes it’s too easy to get sidetracked in the minutiae of smallness. I did that this week – until a blogger friend threw out a few comments that put it all back into perspective.
It ain’t about small things…
By: souldipper on March 3, 2012
at 3:56 pm
You know the saying…gotta’ know which battles to pick!
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:56 pm
What a pretty flower. And to think, we could look like that.
By: pattisj on March 3, 2012
at 5:28 pm
Isn’t that a wonderful thought?
By: suzicate on March 3, 2012
at 7:57 pm
“Mute the background. Let beauty rise to the surface.” This is such a fabulous line. We never know what circumstance God is using to refine us. Wonderful post.
By: Lisa on March 4, 2012
at 12:22 am
You’re right we never know.
By: suzicate on March 4, 2012
at 9:06 am
All I can do/say is:
Clap, clap, clap, clap, clap, clap.
Wonderful. Lisa quotes a great line, but then, they are all great and true!
By: terrepruitt on March 4, 2012
at 1:05 am
Thanks, Terre. I hope your day is bright and beautiful.
By: suzicate on March 4, 2012
at 9:07 am
Words to live by, Suzicate! And oh my, that rose!!!
By: Linda Medrano on March 4, 2012
at 1:01 pm
The rose is beautiful, and smelled sensational as well.
By: suzicate on March 4, 2012
at 8:39 pm
Amen!
By: Carol on March 4, 2012
at 1:56 pm
Yes!
By: suzicate on March 4, 2012
at 8:40 pm
I couldn’t agree more. Worrying about the silly stuff takes away from all that is good. It’s kind of like when I have a headache – it hurts worse when I dwell on how bad it hurts.
By: jannatwrites on March 4, 2012
at 9:59 pm
It’s useless to worry about things for which we have no control…however, it is difficult to learn to let go.
By: suzicate on March 5, 2012
at 9:12 am
What a gorgeous photo! I love it!:)
By: jenniesisler on March 12, 2012
at 10:39 am
Glad you like.
By: suzicate on March 12, 2012
at 6:31 pm
Love the unfolding of the flower. Poignant and true message.
By: Rudri Bhatt Patel @ Being Rudri on March 12, 2012
at 8:14 pm
Glad you liked it, Rudri.
By: suzicate on March 13, 2012
at 7:50 am