This verse was in my Bible reading today.
There is something comforting in the gift of a fresh start with each new day. We wake up with another chance to live, laugh, love, and learn.
Mama Ina Mae always said, "You should learn something new every day." She tried to live by that mantra. She was so gentle and humble in her spirit. She delighted in listening to others. She knew that anyone who crossed her path might have something to teach her.
Mama believed in keeping relationships. She was quick to forgive and her mercy was new every morning, too. I was so blessed by the power of her example. She treated people with respect and grace. She was always ready to let someone "try again." Her music students heard her say it. April, Matthew, and I heard her say it. "Try again." She didn't make a big deal about imperfection or the need for improvement. She just said, "Try again."
I have some equally fond memories of her telling Dad or Uncle Mel to "try again." They loved to debate/argue around the farm table. Occasionally, she would intervene with a "try again." Whatever it was... she was putting a stop to it ... and it ended there. Mama did it respectfully, and they always self-corrected like school boys. I cannot help but smile at the memories. Her disapproval was the "big stick" they wanted to avoid.
Mama's language was always rich in love and full of mercy. I never remember her yelling at us. She corrected us when needed, but she did not yell. Here disappointment was worse than a spanking. Her forgiveness was sweet. Her love never wavered.
I am grateful God grants us fresh opportunities to try again with each new day. New mercies arrive at each sunrise.
Today, I am grateful for new mercies every morning.
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