During our lives we are weaving a tapestry. As we weave, the threads must be connected. God is our constant supplier of weaving supplies, or embroidering supplies. Now I was thinking about that the other day. When we do a project, if we are wise, we plan ahead. We see what supplies we have on hand, so as not to make any unnecessary purchases. We might create a budget and a timetable. To finish the project, we must remain dedicated to the task. We must keep at it. Sometimes things go wrong. When we embroider, knit, sew, crochet, paint, decorate, scrapbook, photograph, or any other creative task, sometimes the project does not turn out right. Then we decide whether or not to re-do it or move on. The same holds true in our cooking, and in our fitness routines!
When we consider our lives, we need supplies, too. We need energy, relaxation, friends and good-hearted families. The threads or other supplies for our lives don’t come in a set all at the same time.
Remember progressive dinners? A group of friends assembles at one home for let’s say appetizers. Then they go to another house for the next course, and so on. They socialize at each place and have a wonderful time. What a lovely perspective that is for a dinner party. We actually did that in a neighborhood we lived in years ago. We all lived on the same circle, so no driving was involved. It was great fun, and I would definitely do it again.
I have been to sewing parties, scrapbook parties, and card making groups. The joy of that is that you collaborate. The synergy of the group can be quite breathtaking. Perhaps I find meaning in that because I am one of those that loves to connect and weave people together. I think that is why I love the community aspect of blogging. New friendships are created. You go looking for advice or expertise, and by golly you find it.
When God leads us, He leads us to new doors, new people, along with old favorites. We find that we can be braver than we’ve been. For instance, I have tried some new things in the kitchen, in my Scripture study, in my writing, in my prayer, in my sewing, and in my fitness routine, all because I “just so happened” to meet (in person or in blog=world) someone who taught me how!
So exactly the threads we need? He surely does. What are some examples of folks you have met in your everyday world or in blogging world that provided that boost or that synergy that helped you improve or try something new?
I say a big Amen, Kate–starting my 1st blog opened a whole great big world for me. For people who don’t have close family/friends, and maybe can’t get out much–this is the answer. Log in, and you have immediate access to a good church message any day of the week, or a visit with friends who share encouragement–or a recipe, or a new poetry challenge. I especially liked your photo of embroidery floss–when my vision was better, I LOVED doing counted cross stitch (and before that, I did pillowcases, etc–thanks, Gramma!). God bless you BIG–love, sis Caddo
God bless you big too. I love the community building availability in the blogging world. Its like standing on the hilltop in the coke commercials in the early 70s. Lovely.
Oh wow, that takes me back–we were all so idealistic back then.
These ‘progressive dinners’ sound lovely! 🙂
They were really fun uta!
You have been exactly the threads I needed! 🙂
Just finished watching the movie Blind Side, and as ever, Ms Sue again reminded me of you…<3
Lol thanks! I LOVE that movie. Yesterday was challenging. But God brought me through it. Your recent reposting of your marionette series and manipulator series povided rudder-like guidance.
Oh, I’m so glad! I sometimes just repost some of the most popular ones, just on a whim. So glad it was of help to you! 🙂
You provide those threads. My Minnesota friends I just visited during vacation provide those threads. Some siblings and cousins do the same. God uses all ways and all people to reach us! Love your post.
He uses them all. Gosh—i have some very special MN friends, too. I grew up there, til part way through high school. Then I had the wonderful good fortune to live there again for a few years. I have a very special spot in my heart for MN!
A special place indeed! Thanks for keeping in touch!
hope that you are having a wonderful week, my dear!