November 24, 2006
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Fine Art Friday, J. Clark
These days I feel richer than a Rockefeller. Blessing upon blessing has drenched me until I’m quite in danger of drowning in goodness and mercy. ‘All this, and heaven too?’ is a refrain that echoes throughout the day. Elizabeth Barrett Browning stated it perfectly: “Earth’s crammed with heaven.”
To the extent that the medium of the web can be used destructively and for evil
purposes is as much as it can be redeemed and used to build, fortify,
strengthen and embellish.I have been exposed to wonderful new
authors, delicious menus and recipes, arresting quotes, beautiful art,
thoughtful musings, penetrating commentary, thought-provoking analysis,
and old-fashioned friendship in my sojourn through the sites.In 2006 I have filled three journals with quotes, thoughts, comments -
many from my trips around the web-block, made some scrumptious dishes,
been inspired by you to stretch and grow, continued online discussions
around our own dinner table, listened to achingly beautiful music, put
more time into planning my reading, and acquired stacks of books!Thank you for the information; thank you for the inspiration; and thank
you for the anticipation of more in the future.
Comments (4)
I am thankful my cyberfriend, Carol, who has been a blessing to me this 2006.
Dana in GA
Carol, thank you for all you have encouraged me with; many are things of which you know not.
I admire your commitment and perservence to journal quotes. I simply cut-’n-paste them into a bulging document. I do not take the time and care you do. But…..that may change. Next year, I would like to think that I would be thanking you for the encouragement to take the extra time and effort to handwrite.
I love your FAF paintings today! Albert Anker is new to me and I’ve already found prints I love.
Janie
Thank you, dear friend! Not only have I your friendship, but also the inspiration of your dedication to life-long learning. We slogged our way through Latin, enjoyed discussions over novels and what makes a good homeschool book and shared music. May God continue to bless you and keep you and all the growing family in His care!
Love ya, Brenda
Carol,
I love the Albert Anker print (especially the Apple computer – it looks just like mine!). I’ll have to look up more of his work. Thank you for your encouragement and the book talk. I look forward to more recommendations and to getting to know you better!
Lynne
The Sweetbriar Patch