Thursday, February 10, 2022

Side by Side

 


And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. ~ Romans 8:28



Side by side, we stand

Together. Nothing separates

Us from God, each other

Bound at birth, awakened

To a rhythm fresh

Untried.  Path beckons

Before our entwined feet

Joyful dance displayed

Forever twirling, swirling

Pattern formed, inlaid,

By Him who calls, cajoles

Beyond the self-told tales.

Amen!


Sometimes, the realization of the gifts we have been given, when not deserved, overwhelm and make each and every day lived a reason to rejoice.

45 comments:

  1. Wonderful poem. There are so many gifts given us by God that we do not realise at the time.

    God bless you and yours, Martha.

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    1. Thank you, Victor. Yes, God does shower us with so many gifts; may we see them for what they are.
      Love and blessings!

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  2. Lovely, Martha. We often forget what binds us together.

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    1. Thanks so much, Glynn! Yes, too often we do forget those ties that bind.
      Love and blessings!

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  3. Wonderful! The path beckons .... yes!

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  4. Such a wonderful poem and beautiful picture of you and Virginia. I hope you will get to be together again soon. She sure looks like you!!!

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    1. She does look like me in this photo, Pam, I'd have to agree - especially the hair color now that I've let mine go natural. Counting down the days until summer break!
      Love and blessings!

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    1. Thank you, Martha. I love this photo, too.
      Love and blessings!

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  6. Beautiful, Martha! She is almost as tall as you!! xo

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    1. She is, Terri! Virginia has about an inch to go before she is even with her Gammie.
      Love and blessings!

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  7. Dearest Martha Jane,
    Lovely poem and yes, apart from being bound by blood, we ALL are bound by Faith and that runs far deeper!
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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    1. Thank you, Mariette, for your kind words here. And yes, our shared faith makes all our roots run deep.
      Love and blessings!

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  8. oh my goodness, Martha ... every time I see the two of you together you look like twins.

    it makes me smile right out loud!

    may your weekend be filled with a strengthening love and peace ...

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    1. Smiling out loud . . . How I love that imagery, Linda, and I'm glad this post inspired that in you today! This photo does make us look rather twin-like, but if you saw us in person, well, I'm not sure if the resemblance would be there. That's okay!
      Love and blessings!

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  9. We can do so much more when we're side by side! I'm grateful for those who have come alongside me both in hard times and in good times. Beautiful post, Martha.

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    1. I'm always grateful for those who have come alongside me, too, Lisa. Two are always better than one!
      Love and blessings!

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  10. Besties I think. :-) God's blessings; and thank you for the wonderful words and sentiments of your poem.

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    1. Besties is absolutely right, J. D. Virginia and I are joined at the hip, as they say. Glad you liked the poem, too!
      Love and blessings!

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  11. Beautiful poem. Thank you, Martha. God bless.

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    1. So glad you enjoyed the poem, Nells.
      Love and blessings!

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  12. I like to walk in the forest where trees have no leaves under the bright blue sky. The sound of treading leaves is same as I heard in my childhood. Happy weekend to you.

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    1. There's nothing like a walk in the woods on a brisk autumn day, Crane, I agree.
      Love and blessings!

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  13. Martha, this is so powerful. Love the poem and photo. God bless!

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    1. I'm so glad you liked both the poem and the photo, Karen.
      Love and blessings!

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  14. Side by side for sure Martha. I am glad I have the everlasting love of God surrounding me. Just an observation: you may not want to stand next to your granddaughter very soon. She will dwarf you. :)

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    1. Yes, Bill, Virginia is threatening to overtake me any moment now! It's fine if she does, especially since this Gammie isn't very tall. And like you, I'm so grateful to have God's everlasting love.
      Love and blessings!

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  15. Oh, how precious! I loved reading this! Your relationship is so beautiful and I just noticed how much she looks like you! Sending love and hugs your way today, sweet friend.

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    1. Thanks so much for your sweet words here, Cheryl.
      Love and blessings!

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  16. Beautiful poem, just beautiful. Precious ladies too. Hugs!

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    1. Thanks so very much, Debra. Hugs back!
      Love and blessings!

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  17. Beautiful post, Martha.

    Love the photo and poem.

    Happy Sunday!

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    1. Thank you, Veronica, and happy Sunday to you!
      Love and blessings!

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    1. Thanks so very much, Beckie! I do hope you are still doing well, my friend.
      Love and blessings!

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  19. It's good to see you out and smiling. I hope you are feeling better every single day!

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    1. Barbara, seeing you do so well as of lately is reason for my heart to soar! Yes, it's a slow recovery, but every day shows improvement, and I'm so grateful for God's care and comfort.
      Love and blessings!

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  20. Beautiful picture of you both! And I love your precious poem! I pray that the love of the Lord blesses you both richly!

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind words here, Marilyn!
      Love and blessings!

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  21. beautiful words! Man she is getting tall! It has been a joy watching her grow up through your blog,

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    1. Oh, yes, Jean, Virginia is getting so big, and I'm glad you've enjoyed watching her progress here over the years. There's a part of me that wants her to slow down, but I know that's impossible, so will just enjoy the "where" she is in every moment.
      Love and blessings!

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