UGH!!! So then he proceeded to tell two adults (Michael and I) with several small children (8mos-16yo) could handle our own prescribed burn! It did not matter that we have NEVER done anything like this before and that we have several properties surrounding us with pine farms and a school. Just be careful and go to work! Let the kids tamp down any flames that got too much out of hand!
Is he CRAZY!?!??
Well...in spite of the disappointment...we were able to walk around our property with him and discuss the needs of the property. He also told us what a great piece of property we have (even with the maintenance that needs to happen) surrounding our home.
God has truly blessed us with our home and land.
We have five live springs that flow into an amazingly large pond that is full of catfish and bluegill. We have hardwood trees mixed with pines, which is intermingled with dogwood, red bud, and many other varieties of beautiful plant life. We have a gentle hill that slopes down into the pond that makes for a nice runoff for any rain that we are blessed to receive.
We also have fruit trees and bees...a nice garden spot and a beautiful home large enough for all of our family and even a few extras if need be!
Some times it takes a walk through to see what is really important in life. It made me realize that sometimes it is just as helpful to take a walk through our life blessings.
In spite of the hardships, there are many blessings in my life that are not material.
I have been blessed with a wonderful faith in our Lord and Savior. I have the most wonderful family...Mom...brothers...husband...children. And I have friends that care and help me when I am down. I have a great parish who love the Lord and love sharing their joy with others. And...although this is somewhat materialistic...we are blessed with the ability to bless others with our time, talents and treasures!
To all these things...may God be the Glory!
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