The Path of Life

 "Thou wilt show me the path of life, in thy presence is fullness of joy, at thy right hand are pleasures forevermore." Ps. 16:11

Some time ago a friend and I met at a coffee shop. We were both struck by this picture. My friend, who has an artistic bent, wanted to paint it for me. She saw it as a picture of my life. You will notice lots of light, but also shadows across the path. The abundance of purple and blue flowers! The green signifies life and new growth. 

But there is more! This week my friend invited me over for lunch. She wanted me to help her brainstorm about what I want in my picture. As she told me the things she sees in my life, I felt the tears well up. She sees the beauty, when all I can see are the disappointments, and encourages me to keep going. She helps me to dream again and speaks God's purposes and plans for my life. 

As we brainstormed, the picture and verses just came together. We laughed and shouted with delight, like 2 school girls! There was no one to stop us!:) I'm not going to tell you what more will be added to the picture, but I will post it when it is done. This is a start, but there will be more, so much more!

As I was leaving, she walked me to the car. She gave me another hug, said, "I love you!", and gently closed the car door. As I backed out the driveway, she waved wildly!

Thank you, my friend, for believing in me, cheering me on and delighting in me! I'm glad we're on this path of life together!