Friday, December 9, 2011

A Time of Listening ~

Advent
the time to listen
for footsteps
you can't hear footsteps
when you're
running yourself
Bill McKibben
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but as for me
I watch in hope for
the Lord
I wait for God
my Savior
my God will hear me
Micah 7:7

33 comments:

Brandee Shafer said...

That McKibben quote: wow. I love all your posts, Susan. Thank you for sharing your eye and heart with us. Merry Christmas, Friend. I pray that God will continue to pour His blessings out upon you.

Claudia said...

thank you Susan, such a good reminder to remember to listen and slow down

Valerie Kamikubo said...

I like your Advent candles that you've been placing in your photos :-)

Linda said...

I am learning there is so much to be found in the waiting. Beautiful - always beautiful Susan.

Leslie said...

and God's creatures are such good examples of trusting their creator...

thank you for that verse.

Jennifer Richardson said...

oh yes it's that time:)
thank you for sharing
the beauty that is you,
Jen

Nancy said...

The time to listen for footsteps...I love it.....We all go at such a pace that sometimes it hard to remember we must be still to listen.....

Ginny Hartzler said...

Beautiful, a lot to think about here.

Rick said...

Great shot and beautiful words. Reminds me of this song.

caryjo said...

Good word. Both scriptural and thoughtful. And, of course, always love the dear deer photos... started to say "shots" instead of "photos" but that wouldn't have been very appropriate... a big OOPS! which is a general part of life for me, as you know.

Unknown said...

Been doing a lot of running around today ... Thanks :)

Anonymous said...

An important reminder and sweet photo. Wishing you a nice weekend.

Anonymous said...

Lovely photo, Susan, as always. In quietness we hear those things that life and busyness often drown out. I love how, when I go into the woods, at first I hear nothing, but as I remain still and silent the birds and squirrels eventually become active again, chittering their messages to each other.

Anonymous said...

good one. cute furry ears.

Joan Elizabeth said...

I am so looking forward to going on holidays soon ... a season of rest and waiting as we welcome Christmas and the New Year. This post is so thoughtful and lovely.

chasity said...

that verse in Micah is beautiful.

happy holidays!!!!!!

love
chas

Steve Gravano said...

I like that McKibben quote. There's little running for me right now and the forced sense of awareness is enlightening to say the least.

Carolyn said...

Thanks for the reminder. I always fear I will miss Christmas in all the rush and running.
Carolyn

Louise Gallagher said...

I listen
and hear
the beauty
of the calling
of your words
and photos
awakening
the breath
of God
within me.

Hugs of gratitude

Maureen said...

Wonderful quote from McKibben and beautifully paired with Micah.

MadSnapper n Beau said...

such a sweet sweet face in that photo. i like the can't hear footsteps if we are running. thinking on that one for a while

Laura said...

Resting in quiet with you, Susan. Listening together. I like it better that way :).

Ms. Becky said...

hmmm, love that quote, and the photo too. it's very beautiful. I like the candle flame in the lower corner too. this is perfect and so comforting Susan. I know stillness when I visit here...happy weekend to you.

Lisa Gordon said...

Susan, this is absolutely gorgeous!

Unknown said...

Great post.
This is a most Holey time of our Religious Calender year.

Michelle DeRusha said...

What a sweet face that deer has. And you know...I have never read Micah. But that verse is drawing me in.

Laura Delegal - Leroy Photography said...

Thanks for the reminder to slow down and wait ... Hope you have a blessed Christmas season.

Sandy K. said...

Thank you for stopping by, Sue, and casting your vote on the e-reader. I love the touch and smell of a real book, too, but feel the pull to join the rest of the crows (so says my family:)). As for todays selection, you have shared some wonderful thoughts about this waiting game called Advent. I absolutely love your image, of course...she captures that intent "listen and look" feeling!

Unknown said...

What a wonderful photo. I just love the Quote you used.

Hugs, Linda

Lisa said...

I love the words you shared. Thank You. Wishing you so much Peace tonight.

Laura said...

such gentle beauty...I feel deep peace viewing this sweet creature.

cristie said...

today i will be more aware of my desire to pay attention. thank you susan. xox

Vera said...

What a wonderful creature!