Greetings from Cane River--aka paradise at the base of Mt. Mitchell. All my brothers and sisters and many of all of our children are all staying in a big old log cabin nestled in the mountains and perched right beside the beautiful Cane River. We fish various parts of the stream during the day and then enjoy enormous meals together at a long battered table in the cabin. The stunning beauty of God's creation happily assaults your senses--the lush, verdant scents, the clear rushing water, the slippery majestic rocks, the tumbling waterfalls, the cool air, the soothing sounds of rushing waters.
Yet we enjoy not just the beauty of the place but the blessing of the fellowship with all our family. How we love sharing old stories, laughing over silly memories, discussing books or fish or anything else under the sun.
Gifts and more gifts.
"For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving." (I Tim.4:4)
Thank You Lord for the gifts of flashing rainbow trout, green hills, fluffy clouds, powerful thunderstorms, warm sun, old log cabins, sisters and brothers, shared memories, good food when you're hungry, cool air, hot tea, laughter, and family.
And now, though there is so much more to say, my husband is standing over me waiting to head back to the stream. Sigh. So, typing can wait, family cannot. But thankYou, Father, for all that You have created is very very good, and we receive each and everything with thanksgiving! To God be the glory.
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