I am SO angry! While we were gone, the landscapers cut a full foot off the top of my privacy hedge, the bushes that I planted with sweat and muscle, nurtured with water and fertilizer, watched and marveled as they grew to embellish my yard with colorful blooms and privacy.

Tears in my eyes, shortness of breath, clenched muscles . . .

I know, Heavenly Father. I’m over-reacting.
This beautiful gift of nature was never mine.
It was always one of your many blessings in my daily life.
It was mine to enjoy because of your care, your love, your never ending supply of wonder.

Deep breaths . . .
Breathe prayers . . .

I know they will grow.
I know I will grow . . . to manage my frustrations, to put things into perspective . . .
To appreciate the ever present blessings in my life.
With your help.

“Fear thou not; for I am with thee.
Be not dismayed; for I am thy God.
I will strengthen thee; yea. I will help thee; yea.
I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” -Isaiah 41:10

Patti