New Things: Finding and Sharing Truth and Beauty
The phrase “springs forth” calls me to share what I learn, to encourage others to seek truth, beauty, and new things in their everyday lives.
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A grandmother but young at heart, Gayl enjoys exploring creativity through writing, poetry, nature photography, art, crocheting, and piano. She loves coffee, tea, chocolate, and jeans. Gayl has been married to Steve for nearly 50 years, with 7 children and 14 grands (some have chronic illnesses, and one son is now with Jesus). Always learning and writing from her heart about life, her desire is to know God better, glorify Him, and encourage others. She is the author of Journey into Light.
The phrase “springs forth” calls me to share what I learn, to encourage others to seek truth, beauty, and new things in their everyday lives.
For the past few weeks, I have been dealing with sciatic pain – sometimes mild and sometimes excruciating. I had a hard time describing it to others. The Chronic Joy printable, Metaphor: The Language of Pain caught my eye. I thought to myself, Wow, that’s just what I need!
Creativity forces us to pay attention to details. Watercolor painting brought much joy, enabling me to express feelings with my paintbrush.
Anything that helps another person can be a gentle touch of kindness - praying, smiling, sending an encouraging note or text. There are many instances in the Bible where Jesus used a gentle touch - in healing, blessing children, comforting.