Here it is March 1st, 2010!  It has already been six months since we moved into the apartment in Annapolis.

I am thinking about as we plant bulbs in the fall, we can invision the flower that will come in the spring. We have been waiting patiently through the cold of winter, or maybe impatiently, for spring to see the results of our work.  It takes a while for that bulb planted within the earth to put out it's roots to reach the nourishment it needs to grow.  We wait with expectation, nerver realizing that only through the power of God does growth happen.  We can't keep checking on the bulb to see if the roots have appeared, we just have to wait...while the power takes place deep in the darkness,  first one root, then another..then the bulb bursts open to release the upward growth of the stem..still we wait.  When I left Lenah Run for the last time, I looked at the flower bed. There were already leaves showing themselves..reaching out for the warmth of the sun to give them strength for further growth.  Now I wonder if they made it through the blizzard and below freezing temperatures.  I am hoping that the blanket of snow kept them warm and hidden for the coldness that came as winds blew.  I think about how often in life do we think about our own spiritual growth in the Word of God.  Do we allow our roots time to grow deep into the earth of His word?  Do we trust Him enough to supply our needs as we stay planted in Him?  Do we wait expectantly for the flower to bloom within our souls so that we might bring joy to others as they see the beauty of our faith in Him.  Plant yourself into His word, find out that He will cause you to bloom also, for Him to look upon, and find pleasure in your growth. 

Here we are buried under snow..and it is the first day of winter..the blizzard came while it was still fall (officially)  It has been a beautiful winter wonderland for those who don't have to face the elements.  I remember those day well; while lying under my mail jeep to put the chains back together after they had come undone.  Have you ever experience the thrill of ice cold snow caressing your cheek, as you try to hook the chains up with rubber bands; just well enough to get you off the mountain road?   Sometimes "life" can give you bone chilling experiences, where you ask yourself," Why am I here?"  I asked that question many times during my lifetime.  Now I can honestly say I am so thankful for every experience.  They were God's way of giving me a new heart, new eyes, and new ears.