For One Who Is Exhausted, a Blessing When the rhythm of the heart becomes hectic, Time takes on the strain until it breaks; Then all the unattended stress falls in On the mind like an endless, increasing weight. The light in the mind becomes dim. Things you could take in your stride before Now become…
Category: blessings
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Blessing for Fathers” (Espiritualidad de La Palabra Diaria: “Bendición para los padres”)
Blessing for Fathers I honor all father figures in my prayers. Today is an opportunity to recognize and honor the fatherly influences in my life, whether their role is a parent, mentor, teacher, or coach. Their encouragement and guidance gave me the gift of believing in myself. My prayers also include fathers and stepfathers who…
SPIRITUAL POEMS: “Count your blessings”(from an older post)
And as I go along life’s way,
I’m reaping better than I sowed. I’m drinking from my saucer, ‘Cause my cup has overflowed.
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Earth Blessing” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Bendición para la Tierra”)
Earth Blessing With love and appreciation, I do my part to care for the planet. There is a Native American proverb that says: “Treat the earth well. We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children.” Today I bless the earth with this thought in mind. With gratitude for…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Gratitude” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria:”Gratitud”)
Gratitude I am gratefully and wonderfully blessed! Henry David Thoreau wrote, “I am grateful for what I am and have. My thanksgiving is perpetual.” An attitude of thankfulness serves me well when I consider the many blessings for which I am grateful. In a quiet moment, I open mind and heart to experience the magnificence…
Spiritual Excerpt from “The Gift of Gravity” by Wendell Berry
“The Gift of Gravity” All that passes descends, and ascends again unseen into the light: the river coming down from sky to hills, from hills to sea, and carving as it moves, to rise invisible, gathered to light, to return again. “The river’s injury is its shape.” I’ve learned no more. We are what we…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Earth Blessing” (Espiritualidad de La Palabra Diaria: “Bendición para la Tierra”)
Earth Blessing My stewardship of the environment blesses future generations. Today is Earth Day, a time set aside to celebrate this beautiful planet we call home. I honor and celebrate the seas, the skies, the sands, along with the plants and animals. Committed to caring for the earth, I not only continue my prayers for…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Life” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Vida”)
Life I bless the life I have been given. Every fiber of my being exudes a life force. There is a divine intelligence within me. If I cut my finger, I do not need to tell the various blood cells and platelets what to do to bring about healing. The brilliance of life accommodates…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Wisdom”(Espiritualidad de La Palabra Diaria: “Sabiduría”)
Wisdom I look for meaning by turning within to divine wisdom. My search for right answers will bring me to one place—the presence of the Most High, the kingdom of God in my life. There I find the wisdom I need to make any decision—significant or trivial. Spirit within guides me to the understanding…
FOR SAINT PATRICK’S DAY: “IRISH BLESSING” (and music from an older post)
May the road rise up to meet you , may the wind be always at your back,
may the sun shine warm upon your face, and the rain fall soft upon your fields,
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Gratitude” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Gratitud”)
Gratitude I give thanks for all blessings—those received and those forthcoming. Gratitude is a powerful spiritual tool. When I develop an attitude of gratitude, I proceed as if I have the answer I want, even during those times when the results are not yet visible. I give thanks for a healthy mind and body and…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Pet Blessing” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Bendición para las mascotas”)
Pet Blessing I bless all pets for the love and companionship they provide. Pets are amazing companions. They are loyal friends and the embodiment of the spirit of love—gentle yet protective. Pets stand by their human companions—without judgment, filled with unconditional love. I take this moment now to acknowledge the pets in my life both…
