Tag Archives: strength

Moss Covered Maple Tree

Posted on February 11, 2023 by hernibs

Maple Tree has stood right here, in our woods probably longer than I’ve been alive. Tall, strong, steadfast, wearing her green velvet frock whether it’s in style or not because the forest gave it to her many years ago. I … Continue reading →

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Messenger From the Gods

Posted on November 26, 2022 by hernibs

Sharp Shinned Hawk is often seen as a messenger from the gods. It is also a symbol of strength, courage, and speed. In addition, the hawks’ sharp talons were seen as a sign of protection, and their sleek feathers were … Continue reading →

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Life Can Be Made Stronger Than Death

Posted on October 10, 2021 by hernibs

LifeCan be made strongerThan deathIf man learnscarefully and unmistakablyThe language of love.~ Sri Chinmoy

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Never Too Late To Be

Posted on August 15, 2021 by hernibs

For what it’s worth: It’s never too late to be whoever you want to be. I hope you live a life you’re proud of, and if you find you’re not, I hope you have the strength to start over again. … Continue reading →

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Tomorrow

Posted on November 9, 2020 by hernibs

“We must live in the radiance of tomorrow, as our ancestors have suggested in their tales. For what is yet to come tomorrow has possibilities, and we must think of it, the simplest glimpse of that possibility of goodness. That … Continue reading →

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Little Oak Tree

Posted on May 26, 2020 by hernibs

The little oak tree we found on the side of the road years ago is finally looking like a real tree. We don’t have oak trees in our forest so a travelling bird or energetic squirrel must have planted it.  … Continue reading →

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Strength

Posted on February 22, 2020 by hernibs

In quietness and trust is your strength. ~Isaiah

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Beauty

Posted on July 12, 2019 by hernibs

The kind of beauty I want most is the hard-to-get kind that comes from within –strength, courage, and dignity. ~Ruby Dee

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You Are Strong

Posted on March 15, 2018 by hernibs

In quietness and confident trust is your strength. Isaiah

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From My Serene Spot In The Woods

Posted on February 28, 2018 by hernibs

I send out love to my world healing for those we have wronged, peace for those who know only war and hate, strength for those who are weak and restitution for those who have lost all they valued. Lord help … Continue reading →

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Worry

Posted on August 31, 2017 by hernibs

Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its strength. ~ Mary Crawley

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Strength

Posted on April 27, 2017 by hernibs

“In quietness and confidence is your strength.” ~Isaiah  

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Love and Good Cheer

Posted on December 15, 2016 by hernibs

Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love. ~ Hamilton Wright Mabie

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I Let My Voice Out

Posted on June 28, 2016 by hernibs

I went out to my studio this morning. I usually sing a quiet verse of praise each morning as I start the day. This morning I let my voice go, lifted my arms and belted out ‘Praise God from whom … Continue reading →

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Strength

Posted on May 9, 2016 by hernibs

Strength is born in the deep silence of long-suffering hearts; not amidst joy.   ~Felicia Hemans

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