"To you I am neither man nor woman. I come before you as an author only. It is the sole standard by which you have a right to judge me - the sole ground on which I accept your judgement."

~~Charlotte Bronte to a critic~~~

Blind and deaf from the age of two, Helen Keller was asked by a young boy, "Isn't it the worst thing in the world to be blind?" Smiling, she replied, "Not so bad as to have two good eyes and see nothing."

Many people with sharp eyesight and acute hearing seem totally unaware of the beautiful sights and pleasing sounds all around them. They never notice the majesty of stately trees, the tranquility of a quiet lake, or the splendor of starry skies. They fail to hear the melodies of singing birds or the gentle rustling of leaves.

God is pleased when we delight in the wonders of His creation and praise Him for them. Stepping outside each morning and breathing the fresh air reminds us to stop a moment and thank God for life. And an approaching storm with its flashing lightning and rolling thunder displays the power of God, prompting us to worship. Observing the sights and sounds around us will motivate us to live for the Lord and to praise Him. Let us learn to enjoy nature's beauty - it's the handwriting of God.

Acknowledgements

Featured oil on canvas painting: And She Shall Be Called A Woman by George Frederick Watts

Helen Keller Photo from Yahoo Image

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