Taken from the border of the wilderness area in Joshua Tree National Monument
Seeds of contemplation on the beauty of the desert on the eve of Lent. . . .
* “I will allure her into the desert and speak to her heart.” Hosea 2:16
* “In silence and hope will your strength be.” Isaiah 30:15
* “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
* “Make of yourself a capacity and I will make of myself a torrent.” — Words of Christ to Blessed Angela of Foligno
* ” She lived in solitude, and now in solitude has built her nest; and in solitude he guides her, he alone, who also bears in solitude the wounds of love.” — St. John of the Cross
* “Solitude is not emptiness for we are walking toward an oasis where someone we love is waiting.” — St. Therese of Lisieux
This is perfect for today!
I thought so too!
So soothing, Angela. It makes me feel quiet, like there isn’t a sound out there…or in here. Thanks for posting
Kathryn, so glad you stopped by for a look.
Honestly, I’ve never in my life experienced such quiet as there in that spot. The only sound was the wind blowing. Absolute stillness, heat, and silence. I didn’t want to leave, even though there was a deep awareness inside that I did not belong there, could not survive there. It was as if I were being granted a great privilege.
Wishing you quiet, inside and out….