Journaling:

Like a bird who has lost her way
I look for a place to land
The winds have become too fierce
And Im not sure where to turn
To the right? Or left? Or straight ahead?

My insecurities wash over me
Like the waters of a swollen river
Full of debris, of doubt
Clouded waters of judgement
Sweep me away

But you are my rock
My strong tower of oak
You shade me from the sun
And bring refreshment in dry seasons

Calling to me, calling to me
Rest
Let me hold you and
Soothe your weary spirit

And I rest
Enveloped by your love
I am reminded of who I am
And that I have wings and can fly

Nourished, I rise
And try again.



Last night, you listened as I shared my doubts and anxieties, old wounds that I thought were finally gone. After the tears, you gave me your eyes to see me as you see me. To believe in myself as you believe in me. I never had anyone do this for me before.

Your love is a gift from God. It is a miracle I cant take for granted. For many years I was alone but then you entered my world and transformed it into a place of beauty. My gratitude and joy knows no bounds.

July 31, 2008


Credits:

Paper - Debra Tope/Crummy Old Cardboard 2
Leather strip and stitching holes - Debra Tope/Aged Leather Skinny Trim
Frame - Debra Tope/Thrift
Shop Frames 2
Square Mats - Debra Tope/Crumpled
Mats 2
Stitching - Debra Tope/Aged Leather Frames
Alpha - Debra Tope/Antique
Wood Alpha Vintage
Swirls - Debra Tope/Altered Collage Mini-Kit
Bird - Oscraps Collab Kits/Summer Fling Collab Kit Available August 1!
Flower - Oscraps Collab Kits/Escape Collab Kit
Swirl - Weeds & Wildflowers/Believe In You
Dotted circle - Michelle Coleman/Graphic Brush
Button and worn board - Christina Renee/Digishoptalk July Kit

Fonts: AvantGarde Bk BT, Zolano Serif BTN