Sharing Some Snapshots

I realize the only time I've ever shared any photos on this blog was my second post. And that was a good two years ago I believe. Time does fly. Now that I've noticed that, I'll probably take the time every so often to share a few of my favorite photos with you, and why they are special to me.

Let the fun begin!

The words "south" and "dakota" don't always bring a smile to everyone's face. Most people I know believe it's a flatland with no personality in it's landscape whatsoever. Wrong. This is just what people who have never actually been there tell you. Although most of the scenery on the east side of the state (and maybe the majority of the rest of the state as well) is just bumpy hills, there is a lot of beauty in them. Between the sunsets that highlight the horizon, and the blanket of stars reflected in the ponds situated between each rolling hill, South Dakota is a place of simple and elegant beauty.

My aunt and uncle made South Dakota their home last spring. And in the early summer I came out to visit. My twelve hour car ride was made tolerable only by naps, great conversations with my uncle, a camera with which to take photos, and a bundle of oldies CDs. And when we crept into Roslyn that night, with the orange sun peeking over the hills, I knew those twelve hours were well worth it. I just about died gazing at the beauty that God's creation held. Well, my camera did die.


This photo was one taken the night after I arrived in Roslyn. It's a snapshot of my aunt and uncle's barn.
For some reason it just seems to resonate "home" with me. It gives me a feeling of comfort and warmth, and sweetness and hope. I can't even explain why, but I love it.


I keep this picture in my bible, usually embedded between the pages of the Psalms. I use it as a reminder of the peace, comfort, warmth, and continual hope that I find when I rest in my Father's arms.


I'm glad I could share it with you. :)
Love, Lydia