There is something beautiful about shyness, even though in our culture shyness is not considered a virtue. On the contrary, we are encouraged to be direct, look people straight in the eyes, tell them what is on our minds, and share our stories without a blush.
But this unflinching soul-baring, confessional attitude quickly becomes boring. It is like trees without shadows. Shy people have long shadows, where they keep much of their beauty hidden from intruders’ eyes. Shy people remind us of the mystery of life that cannot be simply explained or expressed. They invite us to reverent and respectful friendships and to a wordless being together in love.
Friday, April 01, 2011
The Simple Love of Shyness
Henri Nouwen's devotion today is about shy people...and when I think of shyness, I consider my daughter. She has such depth, that others never see.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Sugarland!
This is my newest fav country group! I saw them live at the 2011 Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show. Loved the energy, creativity, enthusiasm, and pure entertainment.
God Is...
His time is perfect, mine is flawed.
His will is perfect, mine is weak.
His power is perfect, mine is limited.
His love is perfect, mine is selfish.
His knowlege is perfect, mine is limited.
His presence is perfect, mine is egotistical.
His word is perfect, mine is situational.
He is perfect, I am not.
His will is perfect, mine is weak.
His power is perfect, mine is limited.
His love is perfect, mine is selfish.
His knowlege is perfect, mine is limited.
His presence is perfect, mine is egotistical.
His word is perfect, mine is situational.
He is perfect, I am not.
Friday, February 18, 2011
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