Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. ~Psalm 62:5
My little big girl
So grown and yet so young
Innocence surrounds you still
Despite world's influence hung
About your shoulders, weary
Before their time is near
To face the wiles of growing up
In spite of doubts and fears.
God is with you through it all
His grace, your joy, to find
In unfettered, dreamless sleep
That leaves the world behind.
Amen!
A wonderful prayer I am sure she will appreciate. Thank you, Martha.
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Thank you, Victor, for your kind words here.
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I love this so much. Virginia is so blessed to have a praying Grandma who loves her so much! I love the picture. I hope she is never too old to be sweet and innocent and hold her teddy bear closely. I still have one that I sleep with. Hubby gave it to me after one of my surgeries, and it has been such a cuddly comfort to me I can't let it go! Sometimes we just need something soft and sweet to cling to. God bless you dear Martha! You are a wonderful Grandma!
ReplyDeleteSoft and sweet . . . that's the ticket, Pamela! Yes, I do hope she never outgrows the childlike aura she now has and that she won't be jaded by the evils of the world. I pray daily for her safety and that she would always feel God's comforting arms around her.
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Hi Martha! What a beautiful poem about innocence and trust in unconditional love! Hugs, Raquel
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Marta, that is so touching.
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Amen, Glynn, we sure are!
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Boa tarde, Martha
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Thank you for your kind words about granddaughter, Virginia, Lucinalva! I think it's the prayer of all parents and grandparents that our babes continue to grow in God's wisdom, love and grace.
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Beautiful, Martha! Cherish that sweet 'in-between' time.
ReplyDeleteMyra, your description of this age (12) as the sweet in-between time is priceless, because that is exactly what it is. May God give every child the grace and ability to traverse these tricky days.
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Martha: Enjoy your grandchild and treasure each day you get to spend with her. I hear they grow up too soon. Peace and blessings to you and yours.
ReplyDeleteThey grow up way too fast, Quiet Spirit, that's for sure! We were so blessed to be able to have Virginia with us for two weeks this summer; wish they didn't live so far away . . .
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Beautiful words for Virginia, Martha. Such a blessing for her to know how you care for her and how Jesus cares for you all. xo
ReplyDeleteThanks for you kind and caring words, Terri - they mean so much!
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Such beautiful words Martha, such a lovely prayer for the next generation!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your kind words here, Marja!
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So wonderful to see you back within the blogosphere my friend, and what a great way to return. Truly words of love.
ReplyDeleteWhen our love runs so deeply for someone, we certainly can't keep it hidden away, J. D. It's good to be back!
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So beautiful, Martha! Every word brings meaning. God bless!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Karen, for your kind words here!
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What a telling picture. I growing up girl with a baby doll in her lap. two worlds colliding in a beautiful picture of life.
ReplyDeleteThat contrast is exactly what prompted this reflection, Bill. Two worlds colliding, indeed. I do pray that Virginia will never lose her sense of wonder no matter how old she gets.
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Amen, David!
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You are so welcome, Linda!
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A precious poem about a precious young lady.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Beckie! I sure have missed you and your blog and I pray you are still embraced by God in remission.
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Your poem beings people calmness in this troublesome world.
ReplyDeleteWe certainly do need to remember that our Lord and Savior wants only love and peace for us. When we are troubled, may we run to Jesus!
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Oh, sweet friend! I do understand exactly how you felt when writing these words! God bless you and your dear girl.
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