Jim Leonard … aka … Jim the Bible Guy

I'm a wannabee children's book writer and a serious Bible Study enthusiast.

Archive for February, 2011

Observing Nature 02/09/2011

Feb 12

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Little Rabbit on My Trail

I found this little guy on my trail yesterday morning, Feb. 9, 2011 at 10:00 am. At the time I was carefully listening and observing Creation while stretching my legs and getting a little exercise.

For some reason that I can’t explain, I am always thrilled to be near wildlife. I first noticed this little guy scurrying around some bushes near the western Damon-Garcia Sports Field. The find prompted a short hike off the sidewalk and up a small hill. I was hoping to find the little rabbit, but mostly I wanted to see the view from the top.

The first image is looking East toward Islay Hill near my home.

The second image is looking West from the sidewalk, toward the place where I first noticed the little rabbit.

Two more images concluded my time on the hill.

Then sitting quietly for a few minutes, resting in the Presence of Creation, I heard Creation speaking to me. My spiritual senses revealed a glimpse of the Creator’s excitement and glee with his Universe. Maybe that is why I also love it so much?

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Witnessing Lou’s Burial at Sea

Feb 6

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At 1:30pm Sat. Feb. 5, 2011 following lunch at the Anderson Café in Morrow Bay, CA we gathered at the southwestern point of Morro Rock to observe Lou’s cremains being transported by a small boat from the Bay out to the Pacific Ocean. Then a representative of the Wheeler-Smith mortuary would sprinkle his ashes into the sea.

Standing near the water as the boat approached the opening to the sea we said a few prayers for the occasion and watched the boat disappear from view. Those present included: Frank D., Ken P., Cari K., and myself. It was a beautiful day, warm, bright sun, clear, and calm. I felt happy and peaceful to be part of the event. I knew in my heart we were fulfilling God’s wishes for Lou, as orchestrated by the urging of the Holy Spirit.

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Prayer for My Friend Lou Asta

Feb 6

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Yesterday morning (Sat. Feb. 5, 2011) at the 7am Mass in the Old Mission Catholic Church I was inspired to vocalize the following prayer during the time for intentions, immediately following Monsignor Steiger’s homily.

Father: We offer a prayer of thanksgiving for putting Lou Asta into our lives to show us true humility, perseverance, and genuine friendship. Amen.

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