I had to take a walk today. I had to get out of my office and soak in the sun and rid myself of some of the ugliness that had been clawing at my soul.
The last few weeks have been bad. Not because everything has gone wrong and life has been topsy-turvy, but in soul-killing ways. I’ve been dealing with too many people who simply aren’t nice and it was making me physically tired. Like, I-want-to-sleep-to-not-deal-with-people tired.
The “everydayness” of the pettiness and meanness and slights were taking a toll. No matter how well I let things “roll off my back,” when the assaults are hard, fast, and consistent, tiny slights feel like boulders. They aren’t so easy to roll away. They just sort of pile up and impede my ability to “move on” or not take things “to heart.”
I found it difficult to shake the mood that was gripping me and dragging me to a dark, dark place. I had to do something, so I “escaped” for a bit.
I didn’t take my camera. I didn’t plan to take photos. (I had my phone with me out of habit and for security). I just needed to walk and talk with God for a moment. I needed him to “right” my perspective and reset my mood. I needed him to expel from my spirit the foulness that was intent on sullying my soul.
After a few steps, I looked up.
The trees were communing and basking in the warmth of this so-called winter and playing against the clear blue sky.
I paused.
I took a deep, cleansing breath.
I listened.
I allowed God’s Spirit to bathe me and exorcise the yuckiness.
And fill me with good things–things that are lovely, pure, right, and true.
I’m light and airy and my gratitude is floating in the wind, dancing with the trees.
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Happy you feel rejuvenated. Hoping everyone will soon find their way to the light, and stop feeding the dark.
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Yes, me too. I like how you express that…”stop feeding the dark.” We have a bright and sunny week ahead. Hopefully, that helps! 🙂
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There’s always a light at the end of the tunnel, my friend…
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I need some light while in the tunnel though! 😀
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I am sending you a little candle… Bug hugs!
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I’ll take bug hugs and big hugs! 🙂
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🙂 ah ah … what a special typo error, just for you dear friend 🙂
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Mean people are the worst. They get enjoyment from making others miserable. Glad you were able to regain clarity and peace. Wishing you a great week!
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Yes, they are! Big meanies! Thanks! Wishing you a great week as well!
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These trees are all the more wonderful as they helped you out of the dark thoughts.. Hang in there.. take more walks under the trees and you will be your usual self soon!
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Thank you! That post was from some time ago, but yes, it’s a good practice to walk with the trees. 🙂
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Beautiful pictures. Loved them all. And the best part was looking up and see these trees. Makes me think that when God looks down on the Earth, He sees these trees too. Thank you for sharing the link. See you on the 14th 🙂
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I’ll be there. With bells on! Thanks for loving the trees!
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Sometimes we need to get away from the things of man. What good instincts you had to get outside and pray with the trees! And you have lifted up one of the strengths of trees beyond providing oxygen, shade and beauty. They give us perspective and good energy. Thank you for this beautiful post. I’m sending love and peace and prayers that you continue to replenish your strength with nature, prayer and rest.
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Thanks–and yes, trees are my sanctuary–especially when I’m having a crazy day [or moment] at work. Thankfully, they’re all around.
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