Down by the River

 

Down by the River

 

 

Down by the river,

beyond the gate,

 a dirt path

winds this way and that,

between the chestnut trees,

the sunlight filters through the leaves,

creating lace-like shadows on the ground.

The water rushes by and it seems

the birds sing in harmony with it.

Nothing is asked.

Though much is said.

Words were spoken without a human voice.

 

Finding Dreams

 

 

The water gathered,

Serenading blue,

reflecting the sky,

Reflecting.

I listened.

Deeply, without moving,

The leaves rustled as the breeze went by,

 Diamonds sparkled then tumbled into the water.

Light golden,

Clear, 

Moving without a sound,

Caressing everything even me.

Healing light.

  

Finding Dreams

Finding Dreams

 

The light beckons further down the path.

I followed.

One step at a time,

With grace.

 

Finding Dreams

 

 

Listening,

Walking,

Humbly.

 

Finding Dreams

 

Nature speaks.

(Please keep Annie in your prayers: Tenderness, gratitude, peace.)

 



Comments

25 responses to “Down by the River”

  1. I feel your heart’s thoughts with this post. May God grant his loving peace to both of you and help you feel the love that so many have for both of you.

  2. I am sure God is always with Annie and with you, Corey, but I am praying so much for her now. The unfolding stories of Annie is one of the most precious things I have loved about your blog. Thanks to you and to her, always, for the gifts you’ve given to a stranger.

  3. both of you in my heart today – surrounded by love – sending back your way the kindness you have shown all of us

  4. Can you record the sounds along the river (e.g., on your phone), to play for Annie next time you visit? She might find them soothing.

  5. Liftin Annie up especially today…keeping you in my prayers as well, Corey.

  6. Beautiful words and photos of the light and dark.
    Keeping Annie in my thoughts and prayers. I have
    been thinking just of her lately and wondered how
    she was.

  7. What a joy it will be for Annie to hear the words, “well done good and faithful servant. enter into the joy that I have prepared for you.” I can imagine that it is so hard to let go of Annie but know that she is and will be in the best possible hands. Praying for you tonight Corey.

  8. LauraInSeattle

    I also have been thinking of her, and you. Both are in my prayers.

  9. it goes without saying she and you remain with me in thought in love in tenderness and in gratitude. Peace be with you both and much love on her birthday!(well and everyday other day too!)

  10. Of course!

  11. Thinking of you both with loving thoughts…

  12. Thank you for the gift of your blog and post today and sending loving thoughts.

  13. your words and photos transport me once again and i smile, knowing you are in a place of peace..
    sending bouquets of kisses to dear annie.. belated happy birthday..

  14. Praying that such a beautiful lady as your Annie, has a beautiful, happy birthday and prayers for you, her dear friend, who’s introduced her to all of us around the world. Prayers for God’s love and peace to surround you both.

  15. Karen Cramer

    Be assured your dear friend is in my prayers.

  16. My prayers today will be with Annie and you. How beautiful is the friendship of one whose heart you hold so dear.

  17. Sending prayers and love to you and Annie. That dear lady has been such a part of your life and your blog and we all feel a closeness to her and will keep her close in our hearts.

  18. Kristin

    prayers felt and sent out to you both as I walked along the river with you this morning. Much love, peace and the grace of your deep faith as you walk along together, you and Annie, and all of us with you both.
    Thank you for bringing us along with you on this beautiful journey.

  19. And does this river represent your tears for Annie? And the paths represent sacred ground as you journey with her in these last precious moments. And does the light represent understanding of what it means to be a child of God. Wishing you peace. Blessings to Annie.

  20. Thinking of you both.

  21. Chico Sue

    Wishing you and Annie a gentle, peaceful surrender to what the Universe has in store for you both.

  22. Sending love and Peace to the both of you~

  23. Linda P.

    Your words and photos together express your feelings so well. Sadness, acceptance, hope. Our thoughts are with you, Annie and all who love her on her birthday.

  24. sending loving thoughts and prayers to you and Annie.

  25. Angela Vular

    Annie is in my thoughts and prayers. I have been reading your blog for years and I especially love when you write about Annie. I think about her quite often. She reminds me of my Aunt Lina. Sending love, peace, and prayers.

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