"This earthly life is a battle," said Ma.
"If it isn't one thing to contend with, it's another.
It always has been so, and it always will be.
The sooner you make up your mind to that,
the better off you are,
and the more thankful for your pleasures."
~ Laura Ingalls Wilder
Little Town on the Prairie
Thank you God that we do not need to fight the battles alone. Thank you for being our hope, our provider, our savior, our healer, our everything we need.
If you don't know Jesus and his love for you, I'll be happy to talk with you about Him.
Art: Richard Sohn
It is indeed a battle but it makes the sweet times sweeter! Sorry I am so hit and miss visiting. A bit crazy around here as the move gets closer.
ReplyDeleteYou are so right. No worries about your visits. I understand. I'm the same way. Too much going on lately it seems to get much blog reading done.
DeleteHugs to you!
Laura
Lovely picture!
ReplyDeleteLoved the quote!
Isn't that the truth?
Hope you're enjoying your break!
Happy Sprong!
Thank you Annie. I'm back and trying to get caught up again. Be blessed!
DeleteLaura
Love this quote...it is so true. The sooner we lean into what God allows, the better, but much easier said than done, my friend. God bless you today!
ReplyDeleteI've taken a long time learning this lesson. In fact, I'm still learning it!
DeleteBe well, healed, and happy in Jesus!
Laura
Oh Laura, You just always seem to post exactly what I needed to read! We've been in a whirlwind here. Hubby retiring end of month, we're buying a small 7 acre farm end of April and our little acre is going on the market tomorrow. There were bumps and disappointments along the way, but focusing on God's plan and not ours made all the difference. When one door closed, another opened, and sometimes it was several doors that closed. When I accepted the fact that the reason "my ideas weren't coming to fruition" was because the Good Lord had a better place in mind, it happened. I can not even begin to tell you what a glorious feeling it was to have TOTAL FAITH IN GOD'S PLAN and have it miraculously work out!! I am sure you know how that feels.To totally let go and let God. It's easy to talk the talk, but to walk the walk..I never felt more at ease and peace. We are so excited and looking forward to this new chapter in out lives. Will only be about 45 minutes from where we are now, so we'll still be close to kids and grandkids yet. I thank you for all your encouragement to keep God FIRST in our lives. You are an inspiration to me. Thank you and God Bless you dear lady.
ReplyDeleteOh Karla, your letter was uplifting to me. God's plan is the only plan that truly works. I'm glad you're finding that in your life. He loves you and wants the best for you. Hugs, Laura
DeleteI had never heard this Little House on the Prairie quote before, but was thinking this very same thing the other night when I was doing my Bible reading. Lately, I just feel like everything is a struggle and most especially a battle spiritually.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the reminder that we have a great God who goes before us and contends for us.
I feel that way, too sometimes, Karen. Keep on keepin' on and lean in on God, Jesus, and Holy Ghost.
DeleteBlessings,
Laura
Beautiful quote. I needed to hear that! : )
ReplyDeleteIt was well timed then Cathy. God bless you!
DeleteI've always loved Laura Ingalls Wilder! This is a perfect post...and I'm really "digging" your motif and singing birds!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you enjoyed it. I have to admit I'm creeped out a bit about your name, but I bet no one forgets it!
DeleteBlessings,
Laura
Glad to connect with yoz through the Christian Blogger Community Linkup. This post is crisp and lovely. There's always something, no escaping it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThank you Edith.
DeleteLaura, I love that picture and quote! I've read all the LHOP books, but it's been a long time.
ReplyDeleteI think I could read them over and over Jean. If you liked this post, you'd probably like this one, too.
DeleteEach Day Had Its Own Proper Work
http://harvestlanecottage.blogspot.com/2013/08/each-day-had-its-own-proper-work.html
Enjoy!
Laura
I love that you shared this on your blog today, Laura. I have loved the Little House shows for years and after I bought the books and read them all (just last summer...can you believe it??) I have fallen in love with the stories all over again. You are right about Ma...she is the glue that held them all together. Such simple but sometimes difficult lives they must have lived! Love that sweet picture!
ReplyDeleteHi Debby,
DeleteI am so glad that Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote those stories. She gave me a can-do spirit learn to do things for myself, and I learned to get by on a little bit of nothing. Without those skills, I don't know how I would have made it through the financial difficulties we've had in the past. She was a great inspiration to me. My fourth and fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Pamela Hicks, also had a great influence on me, because she is the one who introduced me both to the Little House books and to making things myself. Thanks so much for writing, have a great day.
Laura