*Autumn-ness*

Autumn~ that beautiful season. I can't help but love it! And what's there not to like about colorful trees painted in hues of orange, yellow, and deep burgundy, warm fluffy sweaters, hot coffee, foggy mornings, fresh crisp air, and absolutely crystal blue skies? Nothing at all! I look around in wonder, and thank the God of the whole universe for creating such a beautiful place, and for putting me right in the middle of it all~ HE is greatly to be praised!

 
And of course there's all the many fun things that come with this time of year. One of which is baking with fresh pumpkins right from the garden. There's nothing better that I like to do for an afternoon than to bake some of this yummy spicy pumpkin bread. I've made 2 batches so far, and we're practically obsessed with it! Another of our much loved faves is this cinnamon swirl pear bread. I've made it with apples too~ how's that for a salubrious hot-from-the-oven fragrance? On the whole, and all things considered, this is my favorite time of year!

So while we are admiring the magnificent splendor of God's handiwork and thanking Him for it, take time to encourage and uplift a weary soul. Even just a soft answer or a small act of kindness can go a long way! And  to end this post on a slightly different note, I'd like to close with this poem by Amy Carmichael that a sweet friend of mine sent to me. Food for thought!

And shall I pray Thee change Thy will, my father,

Until it be according unto mine?

But no, Lord, that never shall be.

Rather, I pray Thee, blend my human will with Thine.

I pray Thee hush the hurrying, eager longing,

I pray thee soothe the pangs of keen desire-

See in my quiet places, wishes thronging-

Forbid them, Lord, purge, though it be with fire.

And work in me to will and do Thy pleasure

Let all within me, peaceful, reconciled,

Tarry content my Well- Beloved’s leisure,

At last, at last, even as a weaned child.

~Dani

Photo Credits: Autumn Cool

{hello monday}

{hello early morning~ early enough that it's dark outside still}

{hello welcoming warm shower}

{hello brisk morning walk in the foggy air}

{hello breakfast of peanut butter toast}

{hello Bible time with the family}

{hello organizing the food cupboard}

{hello lunch and those delicious shiny little apples}

{hello language arts, penmanship, and copy work~I'm a teacher now and enjoy my little students very much!}

{hello violin and practice time}

{hello wonderful dinner and family time}

{hello random few hours to entertain myself}

{hello good night!}

~Dani

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Saturday Wisdom Search

So as promised, here is the video sermon on repentance by Jesse Morrell. It is an hour or so long, but I encourage everyone to watch it all the way through. I found this sermon very encouraging and thought provoking, as he makes several good points and shares some of his testimony. Let me know what you think!

~Dani

Happy B-day

Happy 17th birthday to my little sister Jessica!

I love you because....

You're cute...

You're ridiculously funny...

You're caring...

You're a good student...

You're way to smart for your own good...

You're lovable....

You're playful....

You're mischievous...

And you're a good friend!

Our lives have flown by so fast, but I trust that God will give us many more years to spend together~ hope you had a wonderful day, and may God continue to bless you dear!

All my love,

Danielle