A Longing Fulfilled
Birds speak of hope
resting in this moment
soon to rise above
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Wendy/2015
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A longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul,
Proverbs 13:19
Recently my husband returned from an outing and handed me a black box. I assumed it was chocolate because he often brings me some on the weekends. But when I focused on the gift, I discovered it was a camera. And not just any old camera… it was a Canon PowerShot SX60 HS that I never in a million years would have bought for myself.
My husband already knew I would continue to suffer away indefinitely with my little old camera (I’m keeping it for macros). So when he found himself in the possession of an unexpected windfall, he decided to get me a camera I could capture good bird shots with. Wow. I can also lasso the moon with its super-charged zoom.
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~ Waiting is the basting on the feast of fulfillment. ~
I believe waiting is a blessing. When we’ve wanted or needed something and trusted God to provide according to His timing, we receive peace and an extra measure of joy when the longing is fulfilled.
Purposely trusting God is the secret to peace.
What fulfillment have you especially rejoiced over?
Providential Blessings ~ Wendy
If you’d like to see more pictures of birds (Great Blue Heron etc.) check out the post I did yesterday on wendylmacdonald. See you there.
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Ah, another beautiful, uplifting post, Wendy. Glad you were able to incorporate birds here as well. 🙂 You’re going to be “hopping like a bird” as you keep up with two blog posts a week. Have a “tweet-i-ful day”. 🙂
Thank you, dear Tracy. I had considered doing two posts a week, but now that I’m keeping both blogs going I’ll do one on each for now. I know my limits after three years of blogging. 😉 Hugs. The birds will be back again as I’m having fun photographing them here and there.
Sounds like a great idea. And glad to hear you know your limits. Can’t wait for more birdies. “Tweet tweet”. 🙂
What a perfect ending to an uplifting post! Your husband is a gem. Your little birdie is so sweet. Awesome Wendy! You will no doubt enjoy your new camera!! Prayers answered like this are the absolute best! 😊
Thank you, dear Rhonda. My husband is a gem, indeed. Before I could open my mouth in protest when he mentioned he was looking for a camera for me, he told me he was not changing his mind. I’m learning to allow others to bless me. <3
Awesome Wendy! I’m learning the same lessons. Bless you my friend.
Absolutely beautiful, Wendy, and happy photography! <3
Thank you, dear Iris. It’s such a joy to capture birds via the camera and share them with others.
I can’t wait to see more pictures taken with your new camera. 🙂
Thank you, dear Theresa. How beautiful must God be that He can create such lovely creatures? xo
Is your husband a saint? Lovely shot of the … swallow?
Thank you, Diane. My husband is definitely my best friend and cheerleader, as I am his (I’ll tell him you asked). 🙂 The little bird is a Towhee. They visit our garden a lot and sound so sweet.
What a wonderful surprise, Wendy. Enjoy it! 🙂
Thank you, Don. I sure am enjoying it. 🙂
What a wonderful surprise. Good pictures come from good photographers, but it helps to have the right tools.
Thank you, Karen. I’m slowly climbing the learning curve on this one. Birds are moving targets, but this camera sure helps.
Looks like your enjoying your surprise gift! A couple of sweet little captures there. 🙂
Thank you, Jennifer. I had no idea what I was missing. It’s like having a whole new world of nature open up before me.
What a wonderful gift Wendy! Look forward to seeing your shots with your new camera. love the birds and the moon. Looks like you’ve adapted to your new zoom!
Thank you, Linda. Like you, I love birds, and being able to get a clear shot of them from a distance makes a world of difference. It still takes time and patience. But at least it’s possible now.
so happy for you – and lovely shots
Thank you, Maureen. It’s always a treat to see what lovely nature shots you’ve captured.
What a good husband Wendy. I love that moon shot! Did you get any pictures of the blood moon per chance? <3
Diana xo
Thank you, Diana. xo Yes, I did get some shots, but mine paled in comparison to other ones I’d seen. But I did post an eclipse shot on my personal Facebook. Did you see the blood moon from where you were?
No it was cloudy. The clouds dissipated when it was over. 🙁
Aww, that happened to a photography friend of mine.
I’m saving that photo for a post one day soon. It’s such a great shot of the moon. And I love that flicker! Love, N 🙂 <3
Thank you, dear Natalie. You’re always welcome to use any picture of mine. xo
lovely…enjoy the new gift. Looking forward to more such photos…:-)
Thank you, Sriram. It’s nice to be able to take a picture from a distance. Birds tend to be shy.
Just gorgeous, Wendy.
Thank you, dear Susan. 🙂
Love your special thoughts and images…
Thank you, Charlie. Blessings on your weekend.
Your husband not only gave you a gift, he gave us one too – more wonderful pictures.
Blessings,
Mollie
Thank you, dear Mollie. He likes to help me, behind the scenes, in so many ways.
Look out world here she comes. What beautiful images Wendy I can feel your excitement. Look forward to seeing amazing captures from you.
Kath, as a fellow bird lover, you get how excited I am to be able to capture these lovelies with my camera. Thank you for rejoicing with me, friend.
And the photo’s speak for themselves about your passion for nature Wendy.