Gentle is not an adjective I would ever use to describe myself.
I grew up on a 1,500 acre tourist business/farm. This meant we had to work and work more. It was not for the faint of heart. It was the life I knew, and enjoyed. Though the work was endless, so were the laughs, family times and joys.
Learning to be gentle was taught to me by the animals. Cats, especially, do not respond well to rude behavior. Actually, nothing does. Animals taught me much about managing myself personally. I love the Scripture that says, ask the birds, they will teach you. Indeed they will.
Life is an interesting journey. I love the way The Lord uses it so wonderfully to teach us His quiet, gentle ways. Glory.
“But ask the animals, and they will teach you, or the birds in the sky, and they will tell you; Job 12:7
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I will never look at the birds the same again. Thank you for an excellent post. 1,500 acres….holy cow!!!!
🙂 I’m so glad, Diane! 🙂
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I love your examples of how the animals teach us gentleness. Beautiful photo of the bird! Blessings to you!
Why thank you kindly, Gayl
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Animals really make you learn to behave don’t they?!
Yes, indeed, they do.
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