I bought flowers the other day at the store. It was an impulse buy and I really couldn't afford it, but I allow myself an occasional impulse buy if it is under $10. Not much makes the cut. The flowers were on sale and for a fleeting moment when I saw them and purchased them, I was smiling.(#63) Every time I catch a glimpse of them sitting on the table, I sense a peace washing over my soul,(#64) reminding me that God sees me(#65) and loves me(#66) and wants what is best for me.(#67) I am reminded that life goes on and that even when I'm grieving or overwhelmed by difficult circumstances there is beauty in this world He created.(#68) We humans have messed things up and sometimes it seems as if there is more pain, more evil than good and then I catch a glimpse of flowers on the kitchen table and I remember that God is still in control of this seemingly out-of-control world.(#69) And because of that, I can hold on one more day.(#70)
