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Yesterday, on my drive home from work, I called to check in with one of my students. I had created a resume for him; and he had recently graduated from the program with a mandate to find employment within three weeks.
He had good news to share in that he had found a job. He was excited as it was the first in a long time (as he put it, ‘this side of clean). I commented that I knew he would make it past the fear of each day. He then said something that I pondered most of the night. He said that most had stopped believing him. At a loss for what to say (imagine that), I replied ‘maybe they just need some time to adjust to the new you’. He laughed, and said, “I think it’s because you see with God’s eyes.”
I wasn’t sure what to do with such a compliment except be grateful (and blush, tho he couldn’t see it). As I sometimes do when at a loss, I laughed, “I think His eyes are grey”.
It was a good talk, but it left me thinking long past my drive home.
While I’d love to think that I always see with God’s eyes, the reality is I don’t. But it’s something I aspire to. Surely we should all aspire to see beyond our own insecurities, failures, and fears; beyond our own ego into the worth of everything. Beneath every tear, every scar, there is a story. There is value.
I pray that I find myself more and more seeing with God’s eyes. And when the story comes (and it will), I pray that I will listen with His ears and remember with His heart.
before the day
another night –
is passed to consequence
stars are led
in silence round
the sun
leaves are turned
as blossoms fair
look beyond the path
to search the sky
for angels
come undone
. . .
I have told one of my closest friends something similar, “I see God in you.” From the way they speak into deepest parts of me, accept me no matter the circumstance I’m in, and love me wholeheartedly. I can understand where your student is coming from, to have someone support you, encourage you, and see things you (and maybe others) have trouble seeing in yourself. It’s a blessing and honestly makes you open to see God as He truly desires us to see Him. 🙂
I pray you continue to catch glimpses of His love, like this truly shows ❤
Your friend is blessed, as are you……..for surely you have found understanding, acceptance, and grace with the other. As much as I know what you say is true, I also know that I am blessed in the knowing and loving of these, my students. I pray I enrich their lives as they have mine. Thank you so much. ~ Love ever, Bobbie
Absolutely wonderful, Bobbie…, but then…, that’s just who you are. ~xo~
Me
Thank you, Paul………..
That is so beautiful, Bobbie; what a wonderful thing for him to say. It sounds like it came to you straight from his soul ~ the part that sees with God’s eyes. And I believe you do indeed see with sacred eyes ~ it can be felt within every space in every stanza of your poetry. xx
Your heart speaks the language of my own, dear Angela. ~ Always love, Bobbie
You often do with a certain deepness, a certain ancient wisdom about the many things you write and share in your words! There is a treasure chest that spans the ages alive within your heart and spirit! You know the value of really touching someone in their lives with a heavenly spiritual kindness. You see through what one shares with you to the deepness of soul. And that makes you a blessing to all Bobbie!
P.S. my video came out on you-tube last night. http://youtu.be/KY6kpbRLF1Q
The video is beautiful, Wendell (buth then I had no doubts it would be)…….. Thank you for the blessing you are to me. ~ Always, Bobbie
I can’t think of anything more wonderful than to have been God’s eyes for another. Beautiful post. Love, Jennifer
Yes, Jennifer……..although it breaks my heart to think of another soul who hasn’t known that grace. One of my favorite quotes ~ to whom much is given, much is expected. ~ Love to you, my beautiful friend. ~ Bobbie
beauteous you…..flying and landing in one breath…..
Thank you, my dear dear friend. I am blessed by your presence, enriched by your love. ~ Always love, Bobbie
The last stanza is very beautiful, Bobbie. Well done! Blessings and love to you ♥
Thank you, Subhan. I am so very grateful for you. ~ Love, Bobbie
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*sigh*
Love emanates from you without judgment Bobbie, with a depth and breadth of soul that reaches out. Those touched by your love and wisdom are blessed indeed. Always, Xxxx
O, Jane………always, I am gifted most by love I give away……..and by the love of such as you. Thank you, my friend. ~ Ever love, Bobbie
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