FOOTPRINTS
One night a man had a dream.
He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the Lord.
Across the sky flashed scenes from his life.
For each scene he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand:
one belonging to him, and the other to the Lord.
When the last scene of his life flashed before him,
he looked back at the footprints in the sand.
He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints.
He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life.
This really bothered him and he questioned the Lord about it:
"Lord, you said that once I decided to follow you, you’d walk with me all the way.
But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life,
there is only one set of footprints.
I don’t understand why when I needed you most you would leave me."
The Lord replied, "My son, my precious child, I love you and I would never leave you.
During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints,
it was then that I carried you."
By Margaret Fishback Powers
Something I found today that made a lot of sense..... I've seen it before but I never really comprehended it.... Makes me think I may try the church thing again... Probably not Stillwell or maybe not even a baptist church at all... I never did try the methodist church... I could give that a go... I think we'll just wait and see because I'm a likely to make a decision I won't or can't stand by for whatever reason and I hate doing that....
Another thing I found....
"I hold no belief that this is an experience exclusive to the rural lifestyle. I believe that is the way of the American man. As I am no expert on the subtleties of this large and diverse planet, I will focus on the breed with which I have the most experience… The Texan. There is no quintessential Texas man and we come in a myriad of shapes, sizes, personalities, and temperaments. There are, however, some common character traits.
Be strong in the face of adversity. Someone once said, “even if you’re not brave, act like it. No one can tell the difference.” The Texan knows that this is a hard world and will not always be fair. One must take what life brings him and do the best he can with what he’s got. Complaining about one’s lot in life is of little value. The Texan will be stoic in the face of hardship and meet his challenge with tenacity, if not zeal. He will hold the door for ladies while he is doing it. If some of you find this to be a sexist statement, then so be it. I am a firm believer in the values of our forefathers. I was raised to say “yes mam”, and “no sir” and have every intention to teach my children to do the same.
Some may accuse me to be a bit of a dinosaur for holding fast to these beliefs. While I admit that they are certainly antiquated, I feel that these values are an important part of who we are. In our quest for self actualization and personal enlightenment we may have disregarded part of what made us a bold and noble breed. With these positives, of course, come a certain number of negatives. We, as Texans, may not be the most socially progressive bunch to ever walk the earth. I, for one, could probably do more to help the downtrodden on this rock that I currently do. For all our faults, however, I believe our redeeming qualities ring true. I love my God, my country, my mother and my dog. I am aware of my shortcomings and am trying to do better. I will not apologize for being old fashioned."
Now if only I could find a guy like that that wasn't married or involved with someone else..... :0)
So now instead of saying laters like I usually do... I'll simply leave with the lyrics to one of my favorite Stoney songs...... (Bob Dylan wrote it but I've only heard Stoney's version...) This one's in Grandma Tilley's memory.... :0)
"Forever Young"
May God bless and keep you always, May your wishes all come true, May you always do for others And let others do for you. May you build a ladder to the stars And climb on every rung, May you stay forever young, Forever young, forever young, May you stay forever young. May you grow up to be righteous, May you grow up to be true, May you always know the truth And see the lights surrounding you. May you always be courageous, Stand upright and be strong, May you stay forever young, Forever young, forever young, May you stay forever young. May your hands always be busy, May your feet always be swift, May you have a strong foundation When the winds of changes shift. May your heart always be joyful, May your song always be sung, May you stay forever young, Forever young, forever young, May you stay forever young.
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