• Welcome
  • Tutorials
  • Services
  • Contact
  • Endorsements
  • Meet Gretchen
  • Blog
  • Books
  • Subscribe
  • Contact

Gretchen Louise

mentoring digital wordsmiths

  • Blog
  • Books
    • Fiction
    • Non-Fiction
    • Children’s Books
    • Audiobooks
  • Motherhood
    • babywearing
  • Homemaking
    • aprons
    • laundry
  • Favorites
    • Letters
  • Free Printable

by Gretchen Louise · 2 Comments

seasons

Share
Pin
Tweet
Email

laundry and leaves

Summer is almost over. I feel it in the crisp, cool mornings that make us pull out the sweaters and hoodies. I see it in the red-tinged leaves of our Maple tree.

The summer I dreaded, anticipating the craziness of a summer schedule with three little ones under three. The same summer in which I was showered with company and help and merciful rest and naps. Tears come to my eyes as I look back on this summer and realize that He was faithful.

I didn’t get everything done that I’d planned. My sister wasn’t here for every day and week and month of it. But it was a productive, growth-filled summer.

My aunt often reminds me of what dear old “Grandma” Cloud would always tell her:

The days are long, but the years are short.

And as summer draws to a close, I realize that the days may be long, but the seasons are short.

And in each season, He remains faithful.

red maple 1

Be still, my soul: the Lord is on thy side.
Bear patiently the cross of grief or pain.
Leave to thy God to order and provide;
In every change, He faithful will remain.
Be still, my soul: thy best, thy heavenly Friend
Through thorny ways leads to a joyful end.

–“Be Still My Soul” by Katharina A. von Schlegel, verse 1

red maple 2

Be still, my soul: thy God doth undertake
To guide the future, as He has the past.
Thy hope, thy confidence let nothing shake;
All now mysterious shall be bright at last.
Be still, my soul: the waves and winds still know
His voice Who ruled them while He dwelt below.

–“Be Still My Soul” by Katharina A. von Schlegel, verse 5

red maple 3

You may also enjoy...

  • summer and turtlessummer and turtles
  • five years of being hisfive years of being his
  • every day…every day…
  • fifteen yearsfifteen years
  • deep breath…deep breath…
Share
Pin
Tweet
Email

Posted in Blog Tagged With: Favorite Posts · September 7, 2011

« a few words to my former self…
in real life »

I love words. Share yours here in the comments? Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Or, you can subscribe without commenting.

Words from More Digital Wordsmiths

  1. Katie says

    September 9, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    thanks for posting that, Gretchen! 🙂 I needed to read that. My summer was crazy busy as well, but I’m so going to miss it. I guess I need to remember that each season is a gift from Him and I need to be grateful for each one.

    Reply
  2. bluecottonmemory says

    September 7, 2011 at 12:15 pm

    I like that – “the day is long but the seasons are short!” – and am so glad He is in each season of life! Having just come out of a very tough season – I couldn’t have lived with without him.Fall is my favorite season – from all the 5 senses – to how the boys live in the Fall.

    Reply

Hey, I’m Gretchen.

Gretchen Louise I love books. And when I write, I feel His pleasure. In fact, I believe our love of words comes from The Word. Read more...

Latest Posts

air mail, love stamps, and the delayed gratification of the postal service

From Our Family to Yours

Books & More

10 features that will help you get the most out of your Goodreads account

What Sets George MacDonald Apart from Other Fiction Writers

For the Love of Babywearing

Why I Love Babywearing

10 Reasons You Might NOT Want to Babywear

Favorite Reads

Sponsored Links





Looking for something?

Disclosure: Some links may be affiliate links.

Sponsored Link

Gretchen is the perfect blend of approachable and professional. She took such great care to help me achieve the look and design I wanted, down to the smallest details.

-Abby Derringer
Copyright © 2019 Gretchen Louise · All Rights Reserved · Privacy Policy · Photography by Jenni Marie Photography · Credits
Disclosure: Powered by Affiliate Partners: StudioPress · Agathon Group · NameCheap · WordPress · ConvertKit · WP Rocket · Social Warfare
Close