Today I decided to spend some time just loving on "our boys," Boomer and Beethoven. So I joined our one year old puppies as they relaxed in the shade. No schedule. No hurry. No projects. Just spending time together.
It wasn't long until our "busy boy" Beethoven was lying in front of me, with his head in my lap. We watched the leaves fall from the trees. We talked about what a special boy he is. We talked about how much he is loved. For Beethoven to remain that still, for that long, was remarkable. It seemed he truly enjoyed being calm as he shared an abundance of hugs and kisses before he walked away.
Boomer was also receptive to some "Mom and me" time. He walked up, gave me a kiss, raised his paw, (which means "rub behind my ears, Mom"), and stood for awhile. A few minutes later, he was lying on the ground with his head in my lap. We talked about the changing temperatures, (born in Canada, these boys love cooler weather), how much he is loved and how precious he is to us. Hugs and kisses were generously shared, also.
I began thinking. Sometimes there are no words for what life brings our way. There are no ample ways to express what happens in our lives or our response to it. That's why one of my favorite Scripture passages is not an answer to why or how or what life brings. It's about Who is with us. It's about His Presence....and His provision...on this life journey.
As Boomer and Beethoven placed their sweet heads in my lap this afternoon, they felt my availability...my affection...and my assurance. They felt completely safe, loved and embraced. As I held them, loved them and told them how special they are, a thought came to me. Sometimes, I simply need to sit in my Heavenly Father's lap and be reminded of His love...His assurance...and His Presence. It is in those quiet, precious moments with Him that His peace washes over me most.<3~thl
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34: 18
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