UP!

As sometimes happens, the end of the week came and I was sure ready for it. I came home, ready to plop on the couch and remain there all night. But that's so boring, and I always wish later that I'd done something else! After much indecisiveness, Roy and I decided to head over to the seminary for their movie night. They were showing UP! on the side of one of the buildings and giving away free popcorn, drinks, and candy! My spirits were lifted as we watched an adorable movie. We'd seen it once before, but it was worth seeing again (and again).

The movie reminded me so much of myself at times. I am often out for what I want, when I want it, how I want it, and nobody better get in my way. But then things come along, things that may be good or beneficial, but they aren't what I want. I want it my way. How often am I willing to put myself aside for what is more important?

Today, I was reading in Acts regarding the new believers who would sell and give their goods to the others who had need. They all had everything in common. Unity. How unlike us today! We protect our things, making sure they never fall into the wrong hands. Forbid anyone dirty our belongings, scratch one of our cds, spill something on one of our shirts! Those things are OURS, and we've sure spent enough money on them that we cannot imagine how dreadful it would be if someone caused our purchase to be wasted!

It all just got me thinking - to what extent am I striving for this unity? This selfless servitude?

This love.

Oh that my heart would be softened to those who are in need, that God would open my eyes to the world, and that He would raise me up to be more like His Son.

Easter bunnies

It's the time of year for one of my favorite pictures again! :D

Dallas Blooms

Roy and I went to the Dallas Arboretum for their annual Dallas Blooms, the largest display of spring blooms in the south! The place was so busy that we had to park off site and ride a bus to the arboretum. It made it feel like we were on a vacation...riding a tour bus, not a cloud in the sky, and it was all free!



The tulips and daffodils were absolutely beautiful! I loved enjoying God's creation on such a gorgeous day.











The trees were all blooming as well. One of our favorites was this pink flowering peach tree.

Birding

No matter the season in Dallas, there are always some awesome birds to be seen, especially at White Rock Lake. Here are some of our spring sightings!

Cedar Waxwing

Night Heron

Pelican



Double Crested Cormorants

Beloved

This morning, I awoke with a pounding headache and a heavy heart. As I poured over the Psalms, longing for the reassurance and comfort I always find from God's Word, He brought this song to my mind. How wonderful to know that He loves me like this.

Love of My life
Look deep in My eyes
There you will find what you need
Give Me your life
Lust and the lies
The past you're afraid I might see
You've been running away from Me

You're My beloved
Lover I'm yours
Death shall not part us
It's you I died for
For better or worse
Forever we'll be
Our Love it unites us
It binds you to Me
It's a mystery

Love of my life
Look deep in My eyes
There you will find what you need
I'm the Giver of Life
I'll clothe you in white
My immaculate bride you will be
Oh come running home to Me

You're My beloved
Lover I'm yours
Death shall not part us
It's you I died for
For better or worse
Forever we'll be
Our Love it unites us
It binds you to Me

Well you've been a mistress, My wife
Chasing lovers it won't satisfy
Won't you let Me make you My bride
You will drink of My lips
And you'll taste new life

You're My beloved
Lover I'm yours
Death shall not part us
It's you I died for
For better or worse
Forever we'll be
Our Love it unites us
And it binds you to Me
It's a mystery

Beloved - Tenth Avenue North
http://www.myspace.com/tenthavenuenorth/albums/over-and-underneath-8166486