June 15, 2012

~Object 60~ A Roof

She woke up early again today.  Trying to make as little noise as possible, so as not to wake her sisters, she took her Bible, a blanket and a sweatshirt and made her way downstairs.  She was going to the rooftop, her favorite spot.

She didn't make it to the roof this morning.  Distractions kept her from it until after lunch.

The normally cool surface burned her toes and she ran across it to the far corner.  Over the patio, kitchen, living room, and finally right above her own bedroom, where a patch of shade kept the shingles cool.

She lay back and covered her eyes with her arm, shading them from the sun.

Peace.

This was where she went when she needed to be alone; when she wanted to write to God; talk to him; sing to Him.  This was where she went when she had a song in her heart, and needed to play around with words before they made their way to paper.  This was where she went when she had to think things through; when she wanted to listen to birds and feel the wind.

This was her spot.

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Over and out,

~Emily

P.S.  I'm leaving in two days for my speech league's National Championship, so I'm not quite sure if I'll be able to post every day.  I'll do my best, but no promises.  It would be lovely if you would keep everyone's travels and the tournament itself in your prayers.  Blessings!

8 comments:

  1. Call me silly, but being high up in a tree or on a roof always made me feel closer to God. I used to climb in my treehouse and sing for hours, just loving the peace and joy I felt there with His spirit.

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    1. Oh, not silly at all, I feel the same way!
      Blessings!

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  2. Yes. This is lovely.
    Everyone should have a quiet place for just being quiet.

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    1. Oh, thank you. I agree; I think I might explode if I ever don't have a "spot." =)

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    2. Well that's it then. I'm just going to have to go up on the roof tomorrow.

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    3. Yes, you absolutely must! It's the most refreshing thing! =)

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  3. We need more objects now. Your readers are waiting.
    When will you be back from the tournament?

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    1. Oh, I'm so sorry! I got back a few days ago, and have worked every day, and had some personal struggles I've been dealing with since then. I actually just sat down to write, and found this comment. I'm so glad that you enjoy these posts, and I pray that God will continue to use them.

      Blessings!

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