Resurrection {Sunday}

A Walk On The Beach

I enjoy walks on the beach and picking up handfuls of sand and shells to see what lies within. I've found a few pieces of Sea Glass and several heart-shaped rocks! I'm collecting what I think is interesting and keeping them in a treasure box for when the grandchildren make their first visit to our seaside home. I can just imagine their delight in discovering so many fascinating things that the Lord has created. 

On this day, as my eye was drawn downwards to investigate the trappings in the sand, I saw a hint of green. This lone sprout was about two inches in height and not more than an inch across, and its roots were tucked underneath this bit of... well I'm not sure what it is. But it was providing the perfect spot for this little plant to take root and grow. So, not wanting to pass up an interesting photo op [ ;-) ] I got down on my hands and knees to capture the sight. I figured I might not see this again. Most days have been rainy with high winds so I'm not sure this little guy could stand the harsh conditions for very long, let alone the tide coming in and possibly sweeping him out to sea. 

What a magnificent God we have who created all this beauty to be enjoyed by His children. May my eyes always see Him in my surroundings and be lifted to Heaven in worship of who He is and what He has done for me in and through Jesus Christ!

Psalm 139: 17-18

How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God!
How vast is the sum of them!

If I should count them, they would outnumber the sand.
When I awake, I am still with You.

~Have a blessed day~

Sail Away

There was a sailing regatta on Sunday that we came upon by happenstance. My husband is used to me saying "Stop the car!" as I grab my camera, throw off my seat belt and open the car door to get out and snap a photo. Thankfully we were in an isolated parking lot this time so there was no chance of injury to a car or me. :) 

Of all the sailboats getting ready to set sail, this was the most colorful one out there. Of course it captured my full attention as it was rounding the jetty to head toward the open waters of the Chesapeake Bay. I could have taken a little time to get a better image but it was actually moving pretty fast--as you can see by the full sail the wind was really blowing.

After this delightful discovery, we stopped by Fort Monroe but having no idea how big it actually is, we were not prepared to tour the whole thing so we will go back another day. Okay, I wasn't prepared. I had on semi-high heels for the first time in almost two years. Now I know to wear my sneakers when we go anywhere because there's so much history to see in this area! I'm sure I will have plenty of miles on my Vivofit--and lots of photos to share-- in the coming weeks and months.

~Happily Snapping~

 Psalm 139:17-18

How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God!
How vast is the sum of them! 

 If I should count them, they would outnumber the sand.
When I awake, I am still with You.