Amy's Paradigm: Thank you NieNie

Friday, January 23, 2015

Thank you NieNie

I sit with computer in hand, with no thoughts. I have spent the day fighting laziness. My usual hustle to complete my To-Do List never kicked in. A day a lethargic work. . .waiting to end. The numbness of shiftless neglect. Choosing the mind numbing tasks required in my job--the ones I usually save for after hours when I am by the t.v. Grey numbness. Cold in-spite of the beautiful sunshine out side. A never ending numbness

Until I read this:

I have so much I can do to bless my family. I have never sat in the Burn Unit and hope to be able to wash the dishes again. . . or button my child's shirt. I have so much to do. Now, an overwhelming sense of desire to bless my family with my efforts this weekend. The kitchen, the house, a trip up the mountain. . . and six new trees to plant. Ready. Set. Go!

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RJanuary 24, 2015 at 8:23 PM
I loved this! And I hope some of those trees are fruit trees!
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Amy's ParadigmJanuary 25, 2015 at 3:17 PM
They are ALL fruit trees. Three citrus to round out our citrus orchard--a tangelo, lemon, and lime (I still need to buy a blood orange tree. And then Asian Pear, plum, and peach!!!!!! I am pretty excited!
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"Let us review some of these less-conspicuous gifts: the gift of asking; the gift of listening; the gift of hearing and using a still, small voice; the gift of being able to weep; the gift of avoiding contention; the gift of being agreeable; the gift of avoiding vain repetition; the gift of seeking that which is righteous; the gift of not passing judgment; the gift of looking to God for guidance; the gift of being a disciple; the gift of caring for others; the gift of being able to ponder; the gift of offering prayer; the gift of bearing a mighty testimony; and the gift of receiving the Holy Ghost.

"We must remember that to every man is given a gift by the Spirit of God. It is our right and responsibility to accept our gifts and to share them. God’s gifts and powers are available to all of us."