The Joy of Ordinary

The Tree and the Grass

“Knowing trees, I understand the meaning of patience. Knowing grass, I can appreciate persistence.” ~ Hal Borland

Time is an interesting thing.  Timing can be quite eerie.  I originally posted this quote as part of the weekly journaling challenge at The Old Front Porch back in January for this week’s challenge.  How was I to know just how appropriate it is for today?

Patience and Persistence take time.  It’s what I’ve been struggling with as we approach a sharp turning point in our lives.  It’s funny though because it’s also something I think about when I think about having kids.  I have lots of patience and persistence when it comes to children.  Why do I run so short on it in the rest of my life?

Here in this Lenten season, I’m reminded just how patient and persistant God is and how I need to draw inspiration and strength from that.

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