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Thanks Kathleen. That is exactly why I encouraged...

2011-03-29T07:17:09.005-05:00

Thanks Kathleen. That is exactly why I encouraged solitude last week. There is so much that God may be speaking to us but we rarely have time and space to listen.

I am a morning person but I still have those days ...

2011-03-29T07:15:57.322-05:00

I am a morning person but I still have those days where it is a struggle.

I am continually amazed at the things that threate...

2011-03-29T07:15:14.050-05:00

I am continually amazed at the things that threaten to pull me out of solitude. The quieter I get, the more I hear. We humans do an amazing job filling the silence. God has created amazing sounds, wind, birds, the gentle rustle of leaves, but we do a great job of covering those sounds up.

Thanks for catching the typo. Now I will fix it s...

2011-03-29T07:10:41.484-05:00

Thanks for catching the typo. Now I will fix it so no one will no what you are talking about! :)

I could talk for pages and pages about my enjoymen...

2011-03-29T06:57:19.956-05:00

I could talk for pages and pages about my enjoyment of solitude, although much of what I'd say has already been said... It is truly a gift I encourage for all to at least attempt.

And at a risk of ruining the mood of this conversation and comments, I am curious to know: How often at 6:30am do you have a need to "feel a baby..."? Ha! We all know what you mean, but it's amusing none the less! Wishing you peace, and a meaningful time in the wilderness... ~Jason

My favorite time of the day - 6:30 to 7:30 am. I ...

2011-03-26T12:19:47.198-05:00

My favorite time of the day - 6:30 to 7:30 am. I am alone in my comfy chair with my fresh ground fresh brewed coffee. I have my bible open and am enjoying studying. Sometimes my eyes are closed just praying, thinking, smelling fresh coffee and loving my renewed relationship with God. About 8:00 I dress and go for my three mile walk trying to commune with God along the way but my time is always intruded upon by manmade noises, I.e., leaf blowers then I have a hard time finding God among the noises. I love my solitude and this weeks assignment has brought me an awareness that solitude with God is essential.

As much as I love being with people, I cherish sol...

2011-03-26T10:36:16.507-05:00

As much as I love being with people, I cherish solitude! The time spent talking with and listening to God is as important to my health and well-being as sleep. My body sure lets me know if I haven't had enough sleep and my heart cries out for solitude when I haven't taken the time to be still and quiet in the presence of the Lord. Not being a morning person, I'm not as disciplined as I should be about getting up early, so I find myself struggling to find that quiet time during the rest of the hectic day. But I have found that my day seems to get off to a better start when I do begin with that time of prayer, meditation and study.

As an only child, I too enjoyed (and still do) bei...

2011-03-26T10:30:14.600-05:00

As an only child, I too enjoyed (and still do) being alone. My solitude this week has been taking walks in my neighborhood. I listen to & identify the birds, watch squirrels, smell flowers, hum, question and talk to Him. I've been anxious and cranky most of the week (much to my associates dismay) but during last night's walk, I received the answers and peace I've been craving. Solitude is a good thing, it keeps you focused and still.

Interesting link to the past regarding punishment....

2011-03-26T10:09:47.188-05:00

Interesting link to the past regarding punishment. For me and my siblings, it was "standing in the corner" which added a dimension of public humiliation. But I somehow melted into the sheetrock, oblivious to the conversations around me. I am reminded of a scene in one of the original Cinderella made-for-television musicals I saw when I was quite young. When she sang about being "all alone in her own little corner, in her own little chair" she became a soul-mate to me.. because I finally knew somebody else who "got it". Solitude is a critical part of my spiritual journey and I thank God for opening my eyes to understanding it better. But like many, it's not as easy to come by these days! Prayers and blessings for you and your congregation.

When I am in solitude I some times feel connect to...

2011-03-24T10:10:31.662-05:00

When I am in solitude I some times feel connect to God. Other times all I hear is the dog barking. It depends on him. All I can do is put myself in posistion to hear him.

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