Pulpit Rock

I went hiking on December 21, 2014 and hiked the side of Pulpit Rock.  I did not get quite to the top of the rock formation, I froze.  Though, I am excited that I went up.  J.S. was very encouraging and patient with me.  I appreciate him for that, but I believe I will get myself psyched up and go up that rock formation and actually stand on the flattop of Pulpit Rock!!  I have two dear lady friends who want to try the climb too.  Alrighty, my friends and I will conquer this hike sometime late Springs or early Summer 2015.  I must tell you that I am afraid of heights, but I need to do this.  I need to conquer my fears!  Prayer is appreciated!! :)

Pulpit Rock, Colorado Springs, CO

 

 

Thank you, Mr. Stone., for making me feel safe

 

 

          I will try hard to give it another go

God's Garden

 

 

 

Photo taken by Lilia

garden of the gods, Colorado Springs, CO

Pueblo

On December 27, 2014, I visited Pueblo, CO with Mr. Stone.  It was a beautiful and fun time.  We walked the River Walk, visited antique shops, took photographs and enjoyed the day.  I have lived in Colorado Springs for over 14 years and yesterday was my first time visiting this quaint town called, Pueblo.  The people are friendly and gracious, the shops interesting and the restaurants were great!  I definitely will be going back.  I appreciate Mr. Stone for being as adventurous, more so than me.  I appreciate his spirit, very much!! 

 

   

The River Walk in Pueblo

 

 

 

 

     See you again!

 

 

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Another Christmas has come and gone.  It was a rather beautiful Christmas this year.  I had a lovely Christmas Eve, I spent the evening with Mr. Stone.  On Christmas Day my son and I went on a couple of hikes. First, we went to Rainbow Falls aka Graffiti Falls in Manitou Springs.  Then we drove to Red Rocks in Colorado Springs, it was a nice day and I felt quite exhilarated after our hikes.  Later Christmas evening two of my closest friends came over for dinner, nothing fancy, just a hearty meal of ribs, shrimp and my son's favorite, potato perogies.  We had dinner and watched "It's A Wonderful Life," which I have seen three times, but I love the movie, so no issues.  All in all it was a relaxing Christmas and I was quite content.

 

 

 

"Christmas 2014"

 

Paint Mines

The day after Thanksgiving, my son and a couple of my friends drove out to the Paint Mines in Calhan, CO.  It was a good break for us all since each of us has been going through some holiday funk.  It was good to just go and photograph the beauty of the rocks, it was refreshing!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FIN

 

 

 

 

Festive Paige

I love my dogs, Maggie and Paige.  They are both Beagles, but Maggie is mix with Australian shepherd.  They are my companions and Maggie is my protector, that dog would take anything on if she senses danger. I love these dogs and my son, Nathaniel takes some pretty fantastic photos of them.  I love the this photo of Paige wearing a Santa hat.  You can really see her personality.  Cutie!!!

 

 

Santa's Helper

(Photo by Nate)

 

 

 



Pearl Harbor

In honor of the men and women who died on December 7, 1941.  Also, to honor those who are still living.  May the Lord continue to bless you and your families. 

 

Hans Zimmer, "Tennessee"

 

 

Be Brave

“Do what you have to do to take care of yourself. But be brave, too--the things you want will not come to you, you will have to go find them.”  J. Stone

And I will . . . . .

 

 

 

Music and prayer

It is a dreary day here in Colorado Springs and I am in the midst of contemplation.  So what is new?!  I just had a birthday this past week.  I am over the hump and accepting my age gracefully, or should I say, "I am learning to accept my age gracefully."  I like where I am right now, it is not fantabulous, but good.  I am opened to new adventures now, not mindless, irresponsible chances, but getting out of my comfort zone.  I find that my prayer time is an ongoing conversation with the Lord.  His love for us is fierce.  Sometimes, I do not know how to handle that, a FIERCE LOVE.  It just blows my mind, figuratively speaking. :) 

Anyways . . . .

I will enjoy this wonderful dreary day and thank the Lord for His FIERCE LOVE.  I will also accept it for everything it is. and not fight HIM on the treasures HE gives me.  I will take it for everything it is . . . . .

 

 

"Prayer Changes Everything"

Mark McKenzie