We must accept finite disappointment,
but never lose infinite hope.
~Martin Luther King, Jr.
Hope is the thing with feathers
That perches in the soul,
And sings the tune without the words,
And never stops at all,
And sweetest in the gale is heard;
And sore must be the storm
That could abash the little bird
That kept so many warm.
I’ve heard it in the chillest land,
And on the strangest sea;
Yet, never, in extremity,
It asked a crumb of me.
~Emily Dickinson
It has been my privilege to meet some incredible people through my blog. They are people I never knew to ask God for, but He has given them to me anyway. WhenĀ IĀ asked Him why He blessed me with their presence in my life, He let me know that it’s because they can fill my life in ways that no one else can. And it’s true. From places all over the globe they are the candles in my darknesses and the birds of hope that perch atopĀ my soul when my days grow dark and I find myself in the āchillestā of lands and on the āstrangestā of seas.
Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from Him. ~Psalm 62:5 Ā ā
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Natalie, this is lovely as always. ā¤ I enjoy your voice and your choice of pictures.
Blessings & hugs ~ Wendy
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Thanks Wendy! šā¤ļø
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Wonderful.
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Thanks! ā¤ļø
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An excellent quote Natalie. Especially in these days of such heartache and sadness that surrounds us. Your words are heard and so sweet all the way from your heart to our neighborhoods:) Yes, I didn’t realize myself, after a week off the grid, how much I missed my lovely friends and neighbors on WP. I always enjoy your beautiful posts:) blessings friend!
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Thank you Denise! I enjoy your posts as well! šā¤ļø
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So very true! It is comforting to find words of encouragement to help us realize God’s truth. WP has so many talented and knowledgable Christians who are sharing His Promises! What a great way to help others š”š”š¬ā¤ļø
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I agree and love being a part of it! So glad we’ve connected! šā¤ļø
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YOU are a blessing. ā¤
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Awwww! As are you missy soon to be retired! I’m so excited for you! šā¤ļøš
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Oh, Natalie, this is beautiful! šššøššŗ
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Thank you Trini! So are you!!! š°ššššø
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Most beautiful Natalie just as you’re! I love Emily Dickinson, I have dedicated an illustration with the same poem ( actually a part of the poem) to her, Feathers of Hope is the title. Blessings and hugs to you sweet lady!
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Thank you for the lovely comment and compliment Eva! You are a very sweet lady yourself! šā¤ļøš
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Well written.
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Thank you! šš¹
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Most welcome!š
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Your blog is such a comforting place.
Love and Blessings,
Theresa
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That’s so sweet Theresa! I’m glad you find it to be such a place! ā¤ļøš
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Pingback: 1091. Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness. ~DesmondĀ Tutu – womanofgod2016
Magnificent
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Thanks so much!!! ššā¤ļø
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Beautiful Natalie. One of my favorites “Hope is a thing with feathers…” lines from Emily Dickinson. Used this poem often in the classroom and it runs through my mind often giving inspiration. ā¤
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Reblogged this on Bette A. Stevens, Maine Author and commented:
“Hose is a thing with feathers that perches on the soul…” one of my favorite lines from Emily Dickinson ~ Bette A. Stevens http://www.4writersandreaders.com
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Thanks again missy! šš¹š
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Beautiful and encouraging. Thanks Natalie. blessings, Brad
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You’re welcome Brad! š
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hugs!
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Beautiful sentiment Natalie – I feel the same way
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Thank you Raewyn! šš
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Reblogged this on Novels by Jennifer Hinsman.
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Thank you for the reblog. Blessings, Natalie š
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Thank you! š
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The post was excellent and I respect you for choosing these quotes from wonderful, dedicated persons. Love ya, N. š xo
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Thanks. Love you too! šš¹š
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A lovely post, Natalie. We are so fortunate to have such an angel as you in our lives.
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How sweet of you! Thanks you guys bless my life so much! šā¤ļøš
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