“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
Lamentations 3:22-23
It is good to be back on board with S+S Sunday today after a week hiatus. More on that later!
We were once again greeted by a couple of awesome sunrises last week. After being under the weather for a few days, it was good to finally get out and stir a bit! The rewards for being able to get outside are great. A blessing indeed!
I suppose word was out that I was unable to take my normal hikes and strolls. What seemed to be about 1,000 grackles came to visit and gave me this show without me leaving the dining room!
Pam discarded a bunch of old candy canes after Christmas, but instead of throwing them all away, I saved a few. I had planned to take the grands for a walk and show them this candy cane tree and include the experience in last weeks post. I hope to still tease them a little with this bush the next time they come over on a good weather day.
My walks were shorter than normal last week, but PJ and I are so fortunate to have much to see just outside our door. The Appalachian foothills are a nice place to be.
This country trio brings us a tremendous amount of joy, as you might guess. The farm boy can hold his own with these cow girls!
Another old bird (other than myself) offered a nice chance for a pic without me leaving our garden area. I think this gobbler could use a beard trim!
Seems it’s a Sunday for birds. This bird almost landed on me as I walked in the garden. I remember thinking it was a mocking bird and they typically will not allow me to get very close. It was actually just before sunup and maybe he, or she, was not aware of my presence.
Jays and cardinals are beginning to frequent the yard this month, bringing color to some of the bare limbs. They like to perch in the holly and other evergreens however…maybe it makes them feel like spring is near!
We pass our Center for Cultural Arts often but had never thought about taking a photo of the three bronze statues displayed out front. Unveiled in 2019, the student-sized figures, sculpted here in Alabama, represent an impromptu performance after lessons at the Center… a musician, a dancer, and an artist! EM takes ballet here.
The winter garden looks very sleepy on a foggy morn. We have weeks to go, but I am ready for spring. How about you?
Over the past few years white pelicans have found their way further inland, even hanging around where we live. January is a good month to find them congregating on our lakes.
It isn’t always easy to catch the birds up close. It is a matter of being in the right place at the right time!
Our throwback this week is from the winter of 2021. Rime ice greeted us one January morning. It covered everything!
Partly cloudy skies aren’t always a bad thing, especially the winter sky at sunset!
“You have infused your created order with an inexplicable beauty that is inseparable from the expression of your nature.”
~ Every Moment Holy, Douglas McKelvey
As I mentioned earlier, I was “under the weather” week before last and unexpectedly got caught without our typical Sunday post prepared. Just a simple example of everyday living!
Have a great week!
“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.”
Numbers 6:24-26
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch,Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace,Life and Linda
Beautiful post. As always, some very special photos and words. Hope the candy cane tree delighted the youngins. Pelican pix are amazing. They sure stick together. Happy Sunday.
Thanks so much, Ruthie. We love seeing the pelicans!
Good morning Butch & Pam! Glad you are back today and feeling better. Love your nature shots and your trio is adorable as always! I bet they get a kick out of your candy cane bush when they come to visit. 🙂 Happy Sunday ♥
Thank you, Mary. The grands are easy to please at their ages and love anything that is fun!
Good morning, my dear friends! It never ceases to awe me seeing the world through Butch’s eye. My Sunday morning custom is to read this post with my coffee before church. It gives me such peace and makes me appreciate the beautiful world God created for us. Will be sending up a prayer of thanks that you are on the mend.
Thank you, Roxanne. Butch loves the outdoors and God’s creation amazes him! He loves to explore. Thank you for your prayers!
Am glad to read that you are feeling better. Your grandchildren are a blessing to you and to us. So precious. Yes it’s been very cold here and I yearn for Spring. Our winter weather last until May 15th when we can plant in the ground..
The birds were amazing. And we have pelicans here where we have so little water. I pray you and Pam are back to good health.
Thank you, Alice. We are grateful for your prayers!
We’re so glad you’re feeling better and hopefully you’ll continue to recover. The sunrise shot is so colorful. All the nature shots are interesting. Birds always lift the spirits. The grands pic is adorable! It reminds me of a opening shot from Little House on the Prairie where the children are coming over a knoll. The candy cane tree will be fun for the grands. Love the 3 statutes. We’re praying you’ll continue to feel better. Clara❤️
Thank you, Clara. I hadn’t thought about an opening shot on Little House on the Prairie. We are grateful for your prayers ♥️
So happy to see your beautiful post this morning. The cowboy and cowgirls are beautiful. What joy they bring to you and your readers. Love seeing pelicans and all the birds. I’ve been doing my share of bird watching also. Great is Thy Faithfulness is one of my very favorites. I pray you both are better.
Thank you, Dianna. I enjoyed your bird photos. I do love cardinals!
Happy to read you’ve recovered Butch. January was brutal on my family already, and it can only get better. Love the week in photos. Spring, come soon!
Thank you, Rita. I hope all of your family has recovered.
You have the most beautiful nature always around you. The pelicans are amazing all gathered together their white bodies on the water is stunning. Your sweet cowgirls and cowboy are always a delight to see. I hope they will enjoy seeing the candy cane bush with their next visit. Happy Sunday and have a wonderful week ahead.
Thanks so much, Kris. Butch loves God’s beautiful creation and enjoys being out in it! Wishing you a wonderful week!
Good morning and happy Sunday, Butch and Pam! Butch, I am glad you are feeling better. So sorry to read that you were under the weather. I loved seeing all of the beautiful nature shots. I especially love all the birds. As always, the grandbabies are precious! Hope you both have a wonderful week ahead! Take care!
Thanks so much, Shannon. Wishing you a beautiful week!
Amazing pictures! I am glad to hear from you. Hugs and blessings, dear friends.
Thanks so much for your concern, sweet friend!
Praises to the great Healer Who listens. Today’s entries are as powerful as though you had spent the entire week working on them rather than mending. The winter garden is awesome as is the natural landscape that
surrounds you; pelicans, oh my. You are blessed with whimsy when it comes to the Grands…pumpkin patch
production and now candy cane harvesting. You delight the child in us. Thank you for the birds and sunsets
and the glories you find in your world, such a special world, that you share with us. A blessed Sabbath
of renewal and full recovery, Pam and Butch.
Thank you, Mary. Butch is blessed with whimsy when it comes to the Grands. He always thinks of fun stuff. We are feeling better and thank you for your prayers.
Oh how wonderful to take a Sunday Morning Stroll with you both again. So happy you are feeling better.
A sunrise and seeing the birds are always uplifting. Loved seeing the grandchildren. Did they get to see the candy cane bush yet?
Prayers continue for you my friends.
~Nancy ❤️🙏🏻
Thank you, Nancy for your concern and prayers, sweet friend.
It’s always such a joy to see your beautiful and whimsical photographs❣ You have been in my thoughts with the news coverage we’ve been seeing lately, frightful weather! So sorry you all have been under the weather, you will be in my prayers. Sending you wishes for a happy and healthy New Year. 🕊
Thankfully, we had no bad weather here. But others in our state had devastation and loss of life. Thank you for your prayers, Sue, Happy New Year!
Steadfast is a word I’ve focused on for a long time. God’s steadfast love, our steadfast minds . . . what a solid, beautiful thought. And a candy cane bush? excellent. My neighbor had a marshmallow bush that bloomed each Easter. Have a happy and warm week!
Thank you, Leslie Anne. I will share the marshmallow bush idea with Butch 😊
I love the idea of the candy cane bush! I’ll have to remember that one. Those sculptures are magnificent. Meanwhile, I hope every day you are feeling better and better!
Thank you, Jeanie. The candy cane bush was a hit!
Happy to read that you are feeling better. Thank you for the lovely photos. Your grandchildren are lovely.
Happy Sunday
Marilyn,Joan and Marion
Thank you, sweet friends!
Beautiful Sunday share! Happy you are feeling better. I’m not exactly eager for spring as I truly enjoy winter, but I would be happier if Mother Nature hadn’t arrived so early this year with a surprise severe freeze that left the landscape in shambles. Too early to really cut things back as we will likely see another freeze or two or three. February is our coldest month on average.
Love the candy cane tree!
Thank you, Sarah. February is always cold here and even March can be cold. The candy cane tree was a hit!
I’m so sorry to hear that you have been under the weather. I trust God will lay His healing hand on you and that you will see brighter days ahead!
Thanks so much, Cheryl!
I thought you may have been under the weather…as you’ve been a little quiet. Glad to see you in this space again with as always a delightful walk around your garden. Praying you are both back to normal as soon as can be. Bless you both, Jennifer
Thank you, Jennifer. We really appreciate your prayers.
Beautiful post, as always, Butch. I love all of the photos, but especially the one of the children. Love to you and Pam.
Thank you, dear one. Love to you and Mike!
So sorry to hear that you were both under the weather and glad to know that you are feeling better! The pics are gorgeous and I love the sunrise and sunset ones and the one of the blue jay. Of course the grands are always the show stealer and precious they are! Wishing you both a beautiful week ahead!
Thank you, sweet Kim. Happy Wednesday to you!