M.A.S.K.
Me and a Tree (photo by Kathleen)
Last week my friend Kathleen and I visited the Santa Cruz Arboretum and Botanic Garden (with masks in place). What a blessing it was to stroll among the most beautiful of exotic plants and flowers.
I played with the feelings that came over me as we strolled the paths, stopped for a rest on a bench, and enjoyed the swaying trees.
Photo by Karen
I don’t like wearing a mask, but of course I’ll follow the rules. Then it came to me:
M = Motivation
A = Assurance
S = Serenity
K = Kindness
As I don my mask each day I’m going to hold onto these words of encouragement that God is with me, His motivation, assurance, and serenity leading me, and his reminder to treat everyone I meet with kindness. I’m feeling more peaceful already. And I wish the same for you.
Photo by Kathleen
“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33)
WOW~you are so clever! Thank you for the ‘formula’ for mask. I will pass it on. Four beautiful words and if we followed them we could change a lot of things! Your walk sounds wonderful and I know you were inspired with the beauty!
Stay safe and feel loved~because you are! Margaret
Thank you, Margaret. You are a true encourager.
Beautiful! I love what the word mask inspired you to write.
I’ll be mentioning you on Facebook.
thanks, Karen for that uplifting commentary!
Great to hear from you, Nancy. I hope you are well during this uncertain time.
Thank you, Chloe, for cheering me on.
Love this, Karen. You are certainly a “glass-half-full” person and I am grateful for you and your wisdom.
Thank, Heidi. I appreciate you so much.
Karen I just love how mask can represent motivation, assurance, serenity, and kindness. This world would be so much better if we all practiced those things.You are such a gift to me and everyone that you touch.
Thanks, Sandy, for your kind words.
Thank you Karen for your message. I too don’t like wearing the mask but I do wear a mask each time I go out. Remembering your message will make it easier to wear the mask.
So good to hear from you, Karen. I remember our wonderful bus trip.
Great acronym Karen. Once again you are looking at the positive side of an experience we’d rather avoid. Thank you for your uplift!
Thank you, Carol.
Thanks for always providing such encouragement during these trying times.
You are very welcome. Thanks for posting your comment.
May I share your words?
Feel free as long as you do so as my quote. Thanks for wanting to.
Beautiful times shared dear friend and out of one of those you have come up with an incredible meaning to the word MASK! So clever and insightful. Needs to be shared worldwide!!!
Being together again was incredibly precious and is being savored with all those beautiful memories created in our short 3 days together. You are a true treasure and so very loved ❤️
Thank you, Kathleen. What a lovely message. Our beach time was special indeed. Love you for hosting. ❤️
Thank you for your message and meaning about MASK, now if I can just remember it. You are a blessing to us all. God bless you and keep you safe and healthy.😇
Hi Judi. Thanks so much for your comment and warm words.
Karen, very nice words to describe “mask”. Blessings to you as well. Be safe.
Hi Roz. I think of you every time I pass your house. It’s great to hear from you. Thanks for your kind words. I hope you are well and safe and busy quilting. 😊