tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post7672359209151711239..comments2023-10-03T20:27:10.322-04:00Comments on CREEKSIDE MINISTRIES: Transitions * autumn nesting delightsLinda Stollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-45464982009945519442014-10-11T09:07:44.537-04:002014-10-11T09:07:44.537-04:00To find beauty right smack dab in the midst of whe...To find beauty right smack dab in the midst of where we are is a true gratitude-gift, isn't it, Alia. Oh for grace to count those blessings even in the midst of the worn or shabby ...<br /><br />Sabbath rest to you, to yours.<br /><br />And P.S.? I am loving your 31 Days of Open Letters. You, indeed are gifted with a pen ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-90199558167820382672014-10-11T04:58:29.827-04:002014-10-11T04:58:29.827-04:00Funny that this ties into Myquillin's book. Th...Funny that this ties into Myquillin's book. That was a special gift to me during a time I really needed to find beauty in my home. Loved reading about your take on seasons and seeing how the God meets you in the transitions. alia joyhttp://aliajoy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-87697306856687239212014-10-09T07:32:33.290-04:002014-10-09T07:32:33.290-04:00Grateful I am that these few words have been a sou...Grateful I am that these few words have been a source of consolation, Darlene!<br /><br />May Jesus be praised!Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-9384675490500434782014-10-08T12:22:13.643-04:002014-10-08T12:22:13.643-04:00Beautiful words to describe this time of year!! Co...Beautiful words to describe this time of year!! Comforting, consoling words. Thank you for sharing!Darlenehttp://emerging-butterflies.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-55986590557427052522014-10-02T11:44:06.671-04:002014-10-02T11:44:06.671-04:00The mantle did end up to be a very random blending...The mantle did end up to be a very random blending of summer and fall ... I just kept on adding bits and pieces from walks by the sea and it just kept unfolding. One season surely does meld into the next. <br /><br />I love that you've dropped by, June. Blessings as you write for 31 Days! Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-5672937804807152722014-10-02T11:40:20.151-04:002014-10-02T11:40:20.151-04:00Yes, yes. God speaks in all these simplest of dai...Yes, yes. God speaks in all these simplest of daily joys, doesn't He? We don't have to look far at all to find Him awaiting, to soak in His presence, to bask in His strength.<br /><br />Thank you for the blessings you've shared here, Ceil ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-30673152335724996592014-10-02T11:38:02.062-04:002014-10-02T11:38:02.062-04:00Leaning in sure beats expending all that energy in...Leaning in sure beats expending all that energy in fighting what's inevitable.<br /><br />And don't you love that we don't move forward on our own, but we lean in to the changes even as we lean on Jesus everlasting arms ...<br /><br />How good is God!Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-40745037044557209972014-10-01T22:31:21.576-04:002014-10-01T22:31:21.576-04:00Love your mantle, Linda! and your fall musings! Li...Love your mantle, Linda! and your fall musings! Like you, I'm so thankful that our God is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. Have a blessed week, my friend!Inspired By Junehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09846209740481251443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-52721681323897657722014-10-01T17:12:41.540-04:002014-10-01T17:12:41.540-04:00Hi Linda! I know that the summer has been a challe...Hi Linda! I know that the summer has been a challenge, and now the season changes...everything changes with it. I know that this season is my favorite, but it will have challenges that I'm not looking forward to, believe me. But..everything changes, and our Lord watches with love, trying to fill me with grace if I'll just sit long enough to get it.<br /><br />I wish you quiet evenings of candlelight and prayer and hot tea and good books. God speaks in all of it.<br />Blessings,<br />CeilCeilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06293917798735764739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-57425331812668548462014-10-01T11:52:39.090-04:002014-10-01T11:52:39.090-04:00Leaning into the changes. Whew--that's sometim...Leaning into the changes. Whew--that's sometimes a hard order for me, but it's definitely a good one and I appreciate your encouragement, Linda. Might as well accept things sooner rather than later and go with it. Lisa notes...https://www.blogger.com/profile/07103364395238899215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-58751453790606528292014-10-01T10:33:25.312-04:002014-10-01T10:33:25.312-04:00This conversation, right here, this back and forth...This conversation, right here, this back and forth. This is the real beauty of this safe space, Cheree. Thank you for entering into it with us, for being a part of what's being discovered, shared, affirmed, questioned.<br /><br />So grateful you're here today ... please do return!<br /><br />;-}Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-41913707050838755392014-10-01T10:30:47.279-04:002014-10-01T10:30:47.279-04:00Uncomfortable, that tension, the almost there, but...Uncomfortable, that tension, the almost there, but not quite. I'd say you've captured the essence, Kathryn. But to choose to make the most out of each stage gives us some measure of control. I like that, too.<br /><br />But I'm still glad He's got the ultimate handle on things.<br /><br />Sigh.Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-43853901314125082412014-10-01T07:32:08.854-04:002014-10-01T07:32:08.854-04:00What a beautiful space you have here Linda. Thank ...What a beautiful space you have here Linda. Thank you for sowing your gift into hearts - weaving encouragement. You are light. And these words...mmmm: "when {not if} the transitions come that leave me gasping for my next breath, I will be held and comforted and strengthened. Because He never changes. And that, my friend, is good enough for me." I echo with you. Yes. He never changes - He is comforter and holds me in His strength. And yes. Mm that is good enough for me. More than enough for me. Amen.Cheree Hayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10904216900817693151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-22088722827746121802014-10-01T06:47:11.077-04:002014-10-01T06:47:11.077-04:00Ah, transitions can be an uncomfortable place, but...Ah, transitions can be an uncomfortable place, but I take hope that they're leading us to something else. Fall in Texas is more like a roller coaster - one week it's in the 90s and we're still feeling like summer, the next week the weather is cool and we're scrounging for jackets and long sleeves. Keeps us on our toes, but it's also that tension of change - almost there, but not quite... Better to just go along for the ride and make the most out of each stage.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01507100563451710777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-52204480864763662932014-09-30T15:27:14.268-04:002014-09-30T15:27:14.268-04:00I love small talk!
But only with people I'm...I love small talk! <br /><br />But only with people I'm already close with. Going there in a crowd of people I don't know? Makes me want to run in the other direction!<br /><br />I'll bring the marshmellows ... AND the chocolate, ok?<br /><br />;-}Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-56036689084692932112014-09-30T15:25:16.904-04:002014-09-30T15:25:16.904-04:00Yes, yes. There's nothing like a major health...Yes, yes. There's nothing like a major health event or crisis to leave us reeling. Sometimes much longer than we expected.<br /><br />Peace, peace, He whispers still and quiet. And I'm continuing to lift you up in prayer. I hope it's been helpful for you to visit with us today, my friend ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-79821456865884888312014-09-30T15:23:05.681-04:002014-09-30T15:23:05.681-04:00I hear what you're saying, Sarah. Transitions...I hear what you're saying, Sarah. Transitions can leave us feeling a bit out of kilter, unsteady on our feet. It's good to allow ourselves that grace, that space, and not be judgemental or harsh taskmasters, for this is true about where we are.<br /><br />And out of that space we can begin to make choices to figure out what we want to do about it. And hopefully, by His presence, we'll be wise as we do so.<br /><br />I'm hearin' ya ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-63604764725803151322014-09-30T12:37:38.208-04:002014-09-30T12:37:38.208-04:00Such soul-soothing beautiful words to read this mo...Such soul-soothing beautiful words to read this morning. I am in love with fall and everything that comes with it. This is one change I embrace with open arms. We haven't cooled down to the point of needing flannel sheets or fuzzy socks, but it's coming and I can't wait for the nights of sitting around open fires making s'mores and small talk ( Yep, I said it!). Alecia Simerskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17930051713213737724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-49638276270561964892014-09-30T12:08:17.877-04:002014-09-30T12:08:17.877-04:00"That when {not if} the transitions come that..."That when {not if} the transitions come that leave me gasping for my next breath, I will be held and comforted and strengthened."<br />I am learning this truth. carol longenecker hiestandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14085635910854725798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-81228976602611828052014-09-30T11:03:31.384-04:002014-09-30T11:03:31.384-04:00This? Right here? I so needed to hear this. It fee...This? Right here? I so needed to hear this. It feels like a transition for me lately and I am out of sorts. But the transition of summer to fall? Bring it! (Especially the mild ones we usually get here) :)<br /><br />I am so glad God never changes and He brings me newness and renewal every day!<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-25221397036279781752014-09-30T09:38:31.365-04:002014-09-30T09:38:31.365-04:00Cincinnati is my husband's hometown! But sinc...Cincinnati is my husband's hometown! But since both his parents have passed away in the last 2 years, I don't know that we'll ever go back.<br /><br />Sigh.<br /><br />But if we do, I will surely let you know, Mary ... I would love to spend some face to face time with you ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-90930516133294796102014-09-30T09:36:09.247-04:002014-09-30T09:36:09.247-04:00Finding reasons to embrace changes. I really like...Finding reasons to embrace changes. I really like that, Tanya! There's always an invitation awaiting, isn't there ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-42783647182507173432014-09-30T06:22:43.828-04:002014-09-30T06:22:43.828-04:00I love all of your Fall descriptions-willing for F...I love all of your Fall descriptions-willing for Fall to come back to Cincinnati at the moment. This week the temperatures are back in the 80s and it is not making me too happy! :( Thank you for the sights and sounds above-I will hold these close as I sweat my way through this Tuesday! Ha ha! Have a great one!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-19421534950946558652014-09-29T21:20:09.038-04:002014-09-29T21:20:09.038-04:00That's such a beautiful post. You made me real...That's such a beautiful post. You made me realize that it's time to pack away the summer clothes and pull out the woolens!<br /><br /> I am not much of a lover of 'changes' but I always find reasons to embrace them :) Thank God! <br /><br />-Tanya<br />http://tanyaanurag.blogspot.com/Tanya Anuraghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18202698268407882316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-16403124570770214562014-09-29T20:26:16.717-04:002014-09-29T20:26:16.717-04:00I love Texas in the winter! But 90 degrees is sou...I love Texas in the winter! But 90 degrees is sounding a bit toasty for me at this point!<br /><br />8-}Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.com