Ohmygoodness! That is what Ina Mae would say if things were good and when something was shocking or unsettling. There is so much that is unsettling in the world right now. I miss her wisdom. She would often remind me that God manages things in His way and in His time... and that His ways can still be trusted.
She loved Laura Ingalls Wilder.
"The real things haven't changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and have courage when things go wrong." -Laura Ingalls Wilder
The things that matter have not changed. Honesty is still the best policy. Truth always comes to light. What we have is enough if we appreciate it. Simple pleasures are the best. Courage can still slay giants when accompanied with big faith! The Bible is the best of compasses.
Beauty fades. Integrity echoes through the generations. Courage counts in the valleys. Grace and gratitude matter on the mountain tops and in the wins. The real things remain.
"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness." -James 1:2-3
Everyone has trials, struggles, and disappointments. Everyone has seasons of celebration and joy. The real things do not change. The real things are priceless.
Today, I am grateful for the real things.
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