A New Day

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Today I woke up to the sun as the clouds separated after they poured some rains on the ground sometime through the night or dark morning hours. Always when I open my eyes in the morning, I thank God for another day. As I’ve gotten older, my body is a reminder that I’m alive as I work out my aches by moving about after resting through the night. But isn’t it wonderful when you are given another day?

I immediately opened my Harvest Discipleship application to start my day with devotion and several words of encouragement from other individuals who visit this site. I saw an email from one of my favorite inspirational authors — Jennifer Dukes Lee. She was talking about her new book that is coming out in April “How To Love Your Morning”. As I was reading through some of the quotes she was sharing, she reminded me about how wonderful it is to start anew. Needless to say, I preordered a copy. She inspired my blog today!!!

Last night I had some really bizarre dreams and was glad to be brought awake by the sun. Because we’ve had some rain, all the trees and plants glistened as I looked out my window. I love when I’m the first one to rise, because it gives me my devotional time and reflection. Today, I especially appreciated the new day and actually noticed how as the sun peaked through the clouds it caused an awakening from the calmness of the night. Even the plants seemed to bask in its glow.

My companion and I have had some very busy days lately as we have been getting his health checks updated. He’s had several tests and appointments. Day before yesterday, we had to wake up very early to get to the hospital for an outpatient procedure. We’ve gotten some results but are waiting for others within the next week or two. Some information we have received is a bit concerning, but we talked about it and I assured him that God will get us through. But, today is one of the firsts days that we don’t have any responsibility to venture out. Which is a nice change. Sometimes it is just nice to shut off the world and enjoy what is immediately in front of us. I hadn’t played my piano as much due to our busy schedule, but yesterday I actually made time to sit down and play. My companion enjoys when I play, because as I finish each piece, he will usually shout out from the other room how beautiful the song sounded.

So today is a new day. I know I have a load of laundry to do, but really haven’t planned out my day. I gave my day to God as I usually do. So, I thought I would just let it organically play out. I’m sure before I know it, evening will be upon us and we will ask each other where did our day go.

In the back of my mind, I know I need to start visualizing and doing some art for my participation in a postcard art exhibit which will raise money this year in Amsterdam for Alzheimer’s research. I don’t travel, but my postcard art will travel there and hopefully will bring funds toward the cause. Also, I’ll be hosting Thanksgiving the Saturday after Thanksgiving for all my boys, so I need to start thinking of ingredients and lists. It’s funny how we plan for days ahead even though we live our life in moments. I know for sure at some point today, there will be music coming from my piano. My companion just recently bought me a beautiful new piano and I’ve been trying to be proactive in making sure I hit the keys as often as I can. I’ve gone so long without such a beautiful instrument, I truly am appreciating being able to practice new songs and play again.

I hope all of you have a beautiful new day today!! Happy Birthday to my Nina!!


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