"I believe that God is weary of being called down on both sides of an argument," said Inman to Ada Monroe's father, in the movie & book Cold Mountain.
And I believe he is. But then I remember out of the corner of my mind so many who have gone before with so much more agony or frustration of what seems so unjust in life.
If it is not an argument of gay marriage, modern slavery's existence, hunger & disease, or the safety of our children/2nd amendment rights, I'm sure I can muster something else to exaust my energy.
Like the skin irritation I can't seem to solve, or the cat scratch I thought was a cat-bite on Henry's neck. Or that our public library just received 26 books on Islam from our federal government via, the NEH. Lord, deliver me. Jesus, come.
But I will call Him to me, through prayer and thanksgiving.
Lifetime Meds. That's what I called it. And the Meds don't work lessen you take them, as Ruby would say. She is one of my most favorite characters in literature & portrayed well in the movie. I can imagine Ada Monroe would think so too. Even as refined as she was.
Reading - Marilynne Robinson's When I Was a Child I Read Books. "The great truth that is too often forgotten is that it is in the nature of people to do good to one another." from her essay 'Imagination and Community.' Great essay on getting along, losing cynicism, even in light of that which reaches our core, and makes us weep. #366
Loving- my children, even when it's stressful and raining. #367
skating with Henry on Saturdays #368
our cat Larry, yes, I said cat. #369
my sweet husband, who is such a sweet father, lover, provider. #370
Eating - #371 borcht, thankyou Grandma. #372 chinese appetizers from Trader Joes, and their frozen shrimp fried rice.
Watching - "Downton Abbey" along with every other romantic junky. #373 I heard it was exceptional for the reason there are no characters who are side-lined. All characters are significant. The texts on my phone from bff will indicate, they're in our psyche to stay for a while. #374 bff. she's a lifesaver. literally. and she's always just a phone call away.
Sewing - knitting a scarf#375. beautiful yarn #376
Listening - Steven Curtis Chapman, "JOY" album. yes, it's Christmas music, but "In the Bleak Midwinter" is so beautiful.
"I would give Him my heart" rings so beautifully. I bought the Cd through teary eyes, the day of the Sandy Hook tragedy. I will never hear that music again, without thinking of the feelings and the loss of that day. But it's beautiful. and has been yet another lifesaver this season. #377.
Thankyou Ann, for creating this jumping off place, where I find my Meds. Lifetime Meds. Joining others at A Holy Experience.
