Summer Heat Has Me Dreaming of Autumn Nights
I love summer. It really is my favorite time of year. I love walking barefoot in the grass, wearing shorts and tank tops, and swimming with the kids when we get the chance. Lazy mornings watching TV and eating cereal, cuddling on the couch, and the break from managing homework and school are all things that I love best about summer. Italian ice, walking the boardwalk, and fireworks in the evening are all treasured memories in our family.
Right now it is extremely hot outside. The humidity is just terrible. I don’t have asthma or other medical conditions that making breathing worse, yet it still bothers me. I don’t like it when I can’t have the windows open, or hang clothes on the line, or just be comfortable outside. I thrive on the sunshine, breezes, and grass tickling my feet. But when it’s extremely hot outside like it is now, it makes me dream of crisp autumn days and nights. Bright blue skies, birds flying south for the winter, and comfortable breezes. Windows open with curtains moving gently, quiet sounds of people crunching on leaves, and the smell of smoke in the air. Can you just picture it?
One of things I enjoy most about fall is time sitting outside and reflecting on God’s promises to me. There is nothing so reassuring as sitting outside, reading your Bible, and seeing what He created. To me, being out in nature really strengthens my belief in God and what He is doing in my life and the lives of those that I pray for.
Genesis 1:21(New International Version)
21 So God created the great creatures of the sea and every living and moving thing with which the water teems, according to their kinds, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good.
So take the time to go outside, see what God created, and how it adds beauty and dimension to your life. You won’t be sorry!
Blessings to you!
September 1st, 2009 at 2:19 pm
I think fall is FINALLY on it’s way to south GA! Hurray! I’m ready for a change too Jen.