Global Warming

At dinner the other night, someone asked me if I thought this extreme weather wasn't more evidence of global warming.  Our neighbors had come to dinner because the power was out and our generator provided lights.  We had no heat, but we did have a working fridge, toaster oven, microwave and grill.  I did not readily agree and she was surprised.  Here's why I could not agree.  First I would not define this as extreme weather - it's winter.  Just another snowstorm and ice storm.  And this was no blizzard.  Second, weather comes in cycles anyway.  Remember the blizzard of 93?  How about the winter of 95/96 when we had over 70" of snow in Connecticut. And it did not melt in between storms.  Some winters are just worse than others.  I don't think this year's snow is even excessive.  But if it was, I wouldn't say that was evidence of global warming.  I am not sure where I even stand -what I believe about global warming.  But I am convinced we need to be better stewards of this created earth.

Girls Weekend - Puget Sound

From Where I Stand

The Tea House

This photo was, I believe taken in early spring [judging by the shade of green in the picture] and we have yet to see it in spring.  We are having fun imagining all the use we will get out of it come warmer weather.

Meanwhile, it makes for excellent storage for the patio furniture.  And for a few laughs whenever one of us suggests that we could use the tea house ... much too cold to even think of going out there now - high of 23 today!

Canvas of the Sky

Spring weather in Philly this year has provided many beautiful vistas with flowers, green grass, new leaves on trees, vibrant bushes, and ever changing patterns of clouds and sky.

Art

"Every artist dips his brush in his own soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures." - Henry Ward Beecher

Your art, be it watercolor, poetry, music, or photography, reflects who you are.  The creative impulse is deep within us.  Our creativity is a gift from God, a reflection of His Creative nature.  When we create something of beauty, we feel a sense of satisfaction because we are following the instinct to create beauty.  The act of creating something allows us time to reflect, to use our hands and our brains, and to produce something which can be enjoyed. 

Just Stop and Think

The God of the universe is crazy about you! Francis Chan talks about it in this video.  Check out more about his book and other great videos at http://www.crazylovebook.com/  

Look around at all that God created. It's AWE inspiring.

The magnifigance of creation is so clearly the handiwork of a Creator. 

I love watching the sunrise!  Being outdoors is how I connect with God.  All of nature shows His glory.