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Friday, August 14, 2009

I'll tell you how the sun rose
a ribbon at a time.
-Emily Dickinson


Sun ribbons saw me off each morning as I left for work. They greeted me with soft, dappled color - color that made me sigh and breathe dreamy prayers as I went on my way. There's nothing like a sunrise in the country. There's nothing like leaning on a hay bale and watching the sun unfurl her pastel ribbons above you.

It was a tiresome week, wasn't it? I'm ready for some iced tea and some knitting and some rest. But there's so much we need to catch up on... so much I need to say. For now, though, I'll settle on this: thanks for being here. Thanks for being my friend. And if I could share my hay bale and sun ribbons with anyone, it would be you. -Brin

29 comments:

  1. DebbieFri Aug 14, 08:40:00 PM CDT

    Lovely! Looking forward to your update.

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  2. MrsReauxFri Aug 14, 08:55:00 PM CDT

    Lovely photo - and yes it has been a tiresome week. Enjoy your weekend and take a break!

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  3. shoegirlFri Aug 14, 09:25:00 PM CDT

    Beautiful pic, Brin. Can't wait to catch up with you and what's going on in your world.

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  4. SeawashedFri Aug 14, 11:01:00 PM CDT

    I love that quote...glad you had a good first week at your new job.

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  5. BevSat Aug 15, 01:31:00 AM CDT

    How lovely:)...I got my package to day from Henrybella's...what a nice way for me to end my week...it's now safely tucked away and ready for some Christmas giving. Can't wait to hear all about your new adventure..so glad you have had such a lovely start to your days...sounds heavenly :)

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  6. CathySat Aug 15, 01:46:00 AM CDT

    Do tell us about your job....

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  7. Diary From AfricaSat Aug 15, 03:27:00 AM CDT

    What a beautiful photo of a beautiful sunrise !

    Enjoy your weekend of relaxing & recharging, and I look forward to your update :)

    Lynda, Kilimanjaro, East Africa

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  8. Tee of Vinnord CottageSat Aug 15, 04:26:00 AM CDT

    Lovely words! And I couldnt agree more... actually, I think ANY part of the day is better in the country really.... And I wouldnt be anywhere else... Have a lovely weekend!

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  9. Kathleen GraceSat Aug 15, 05:27:00 AM CDT

    Thank God he gives us sun ribbons and flowers and warm silky dogs to counter act tiresdome weeks. Glad you're hangin in there Brin:>) I look forward to catching up.

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  10. SueSat Aug 15, 06:20:00 AM CDT

    Tiremsome week here too- but a good one! I think of you often although I do not even know you. I so enjoy reading your posts and love your choice of quotes.

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  11. MeridionalBelleSat Aug 15, 06:35:00 AM CDT

    Brin, thank YOU for being there for us! Can't wait to hear about what's new... Have a great weekend.

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  12. Becky GarrisonSat Aug 15, 07:59:00 AM CDT

    Good Morning, Brin! I was concerned about you for a little bit because you hadn't posted, but then I remembered you'd found a job and would be off to work each day, and hoped you would share bits of your week with us later. Can't wait to hear how all is going in your world these days! Blessings, Becky

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  13. TaraSat Aug 15, 08:04:00 AM CDT

    I know how tiresome starting back to work can be. I have officially started back to school this past week. Kids won't come until the 24th, but lots of preparations to do.
    Hope your new job is going well.
    Have a blessed weekend. Hugs from NE Texas.

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  14. ElenkaSat Aug 15, 08:45:00 AM CDT

    Looking forward to hearing your thoughts.

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  15. KimberlySat Aug 15, 09:47:00 AM CDT

    We're all cheering you on, and praying that God will continue to bless. Can't wait to hear what's been going on behind the scenes!

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  16. Prairie Girl StudioSat Aug 15, 11:34:00 AM CDT

    sun ribbons ~ i love that phrase and emily's quote ...
    may all your ribbons be colourful brin!
    prairiegirl

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  17. Patsy from IllinoisSat Aug 15, 11:41:00 AM CDT

    Good to have you back Brin.

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  18. Harbor HonSat Aug 15, 04:24:00 PM CDT

    Told you, you are exactly where you are meant to be right now. God will show you wonders you never dreamed of. Be at peace sweet girl. xxoo

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  19. Karen DeborahSat Aug 15, 06:27:00 PM CDT

    awh shucks gosh.

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  20. DebiSat Aug 15, 07:53:00 PM CDT

    Thanks for sharing that beautiful photo...

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  21. BrendaSat Aug 15, 10:38:00 PM CDT

    I can't wait to hear what is new....the job, house, dog, family, spiritual truths....praying for you!

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  22. SharonSun Aug 16, 08:13:00 AM CDT

    As always it's a delight to hear from you. Looking forward to hearing more of your journey as God leads you into unknown territory... Chin up and keep your mind and heart fixed on him and he will guide you in the way that you should go..

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  23. UnknownSun Aug 16, 08:35:00 AM CDT

    Your season is changing and I'm with you every step of the way! Looking forward to hearing about you new thrill! Hugs!

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  24. kaliSun Aug 16, 12:22:00 PM CDT

    lovely, Brin. Can't wait to hear your updates! Your posts make me long for the country... I always long for it. But your posts take me there...

    Someday...

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  25. LuluSun Aug 16, 02:11:00 PM CDT

    glad to hear you are knitting..Hadnt heard in a while aobut your knitting..
    Have a lovely sunday.

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  26. LindaSoniaSun Aug 16, 07:29:00 PM CDT

    Brin - wishing you a joy filled week ahead and skies filled with sun ribbons. LindaSonia

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  27. Cindy BrickSun Aug 16, 08:39:00 PM CDT

    Brin, do tell us more about your new job...and your new life. Don't think we'll judge you that things have changed so much in the past year or so...we've all been there. God is using this time to hone and deepen you. (Guess you're growing yourself, instead of your garden...so see, you're still gardening!)
    I like the pretty photos and vague comments. But I want to know more about YOU. What you're doing, how you're feeling about that. What your new plans/goals are. We're your friends -- tell us.

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  28. glovinFri Aug 21, 01:51:00 AM CDT

    What a beautiful photo of a beautiful sunrise !

    Enjoy your weekend of relaxing & recharging, and I look forward to your update :)


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  29. Deb D.Mon Aug 24, 10:11:00 PM CDT

    If I lived nearer (I'm in Northeast Indiana!) I would linger with you at that hay bale. I might even climb on top of it and let my legs dangle down. I do love to linger. To just be still and observe and soak in the views, sounds, smells. I appreciate and respect the time you take to contemplate, ponder, and appreciate your life, loved ones, and surroundings. Your blog is an inspiration for the simplest (and that is a complimentary form of the word!) reasons. I will continue to "visit' you.

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