Janey's Reflections on Life

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Thursday, August 20, 2009

Too hard to put into words - The Bath Abbey

Bath Abbey Stepping into your presence, Awakens my senses; Awe and reverence engulf me. I’m aware of my frailty, I’m insignificant, In light of who you are. Copyright 2009. Mary Armstrong. All Rights Reserved. Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Reflecting on the magnificent cathedrals.

Great Monuments I asked… Great monuments to man, Pleasures, I see. But where, O where Are the tributes to Thee? He replied… Tis not in the stained glass, That pleases the eye. But within each cut of the designer’s die. Tis not in magnificent altars; Stately and grand, But within the imagination Of... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Loving the English gardens!

The Garden A sanctuary of peace, Quiet and calm, Calls forth, beckoning me. To slow my pace, And sit awhile, Under the cool of the shade tree. Tis there I can contemplate, Beauty, at best, Capturing the birth, I see. Of blended colors, Textures and scents, All gifts and reflections of Thee.... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

Reflecting on what time has left!

And I Wonder Centuries have come and gone, But these ancient pillars of time remain. Breathed within each molded block of sand, Lives and stories eternally ingrained. And I wonder… If these stones could rise and speak, What would their stories be? Would they speak of laughter and love? Or, simply... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, August 14, 2009

Amazed by St. Augustine's Abbey in Canterbury!

Life Breaks Forth Out of the ruins, Life feverishly breaks free. Jutting forth in radiance, Proclaiming to all, "Look at me!" "Even tho I live, Amidst time's passing rubble; Blanketed by others' dreams. Fragrantly, I spring forth in beauty, For nothing is as it seems." Copyright 2009. Mary... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Following Isn't Always Easy

To Follow Forever You change my world, Driving a passion Deep within my soul, To follow you, Forever. No matter what comes, Happy or sad, My world is You. Centered and focused I’ll let you lead, Forever. I never want to go, Anywhere If you’re not there, I will forever promise To follow you, Forever. Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Be Still And Know..

Divine Communion Silently... I sit and wait. Longing... To hear You whisper. Sensing... Your presence in the moment. Expecting... Nothing but Divine communion. "Be still and know that I am God." Psalm 46:10 (NIV) Copyright 2009. Mary Jane Armstrong. All Rights Reserved. Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, July 13, 2009

Confused?

Confused? Confused by the thoughts Dancing upon my heart A ballad of love and pain Written by the loss Setting on fire a flame Of emotions that rage within How do I sort it all So life makes sense again? Walking the lonely road of loss with our family. Copyright 2009. Mary Armstrong. All Rights... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

Beyond

Beyond the skin color, Everyone longs for love. Beyond the skin color, Everyone encounters evil. Beyond language barriers, Everyone longs to be noticed. Beyond the skin color, Everyone longs for freedom. Beyond the skin color, Everyone encounters pain. Beyond cultural differences, Everyone longs for... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, July 9, 2009

God works through people

God's Hand People racing frantically; Rushing to and fro, Overwhelmed by life’s struggles, Falling beneath each blow. Searching aimlessly for answers, Seeking joy, peace, and love, God looks down and wipes a tear, Grieving from above He has abundant love and peace But no one seems to know. Answers... Sign in to see full entry.

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