All growth is a leap in the dark, a spontaneous unpremeditated act without benefit of experience.
Henry Miller
The closer I get to forty, the less content I am to live a life that is
"fine." I had never really given it much thought until when asked how my
life (in general) was I replied, "It's fine." And this new friend said,
"Fine is no way to live a life." She has a point. Fine is okay, but I
long for more. I crave more. There is a place deep down inside that
longs for something bigger. I don't know what that something bigger
is supposed to look like or feel like. I do know that I need to take
the time to really listen to the whispers in my ear. I do know that
growth requires a willingness to give-up the thoughts and actions that
are no longer working for me to make way for what's to come. I do know
that I need to spend more time in prayer. And I do know He will be right there with me as I take those steps into the dark unknown.
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15 comments:
Beautiful thoughts and words my friend. Beautiful photos! You are wise. :) Love this
Amen.
These are beautiful photos.
I admire your courage in not settling for a life of "fine." I admire you for stepping outside of what's comfortable (="fine"??) and seeking His will for your life and the changes you want to make. Keep listening, dear friend! He will use this time of stretching and growth for good. I just know it.
xo, a
These shots----AMAZING Andrea!!!! What lens did you use? Love the sharpness and colors! BEAUTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL!!!!!
Beautiful words and photos!!
When I first saw the theme, my mind turned to personal growth. After I thought for a minute I realized that I go through life on auto pilot most of the time and I need to break free of that and live a richer life! Thanks for the reminder.
just love your words and photos, andrea. they've given me much to think about.
Your images are so lovely. You words--perfect. So perfect. Amen!
You got it, sister. It's not always easy but so worth it.
These photos are just lovely, Andrea.
beautiful photos and wonderful words :)
It's amazing how tightly we hold on to those old habits, isn't it. Love all the layers in your photographs - and in your words too. :)
Very moving, it's making me think.
Great photos too.
Beautiful photos!
I just added myself as your follower. Have a great day!
I agree with what everyone has said: beautiful photos and words. The fact that you are open to change, open to different, open to more is the key. We can pray together that God leads us into fullness of life! :)
Beautiful images and beautiful words. I can so relate!
i just love these shots!! so beautiful and your writing, just wonderful!! you are such a huge inspiration!
Awesome depth of field...I really love these!
When I start to feeling "fine" I try to spend some time reflecting on living life abundantly: I come so that you may live life and live it abundantly. It's straight from God that we find joy and happiness!
Or at least that's how I see it. It's not always easy, but it's a nice reminder to get out there and have fun!
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