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Prunus avium Merchant ;

At the moment in bloom (soon to have cherries). Prunus avium 'Merchant' is a cultivar of the sweet cherry tree, also known as the wild sweet cherry. The 'Merchant' cherry is known for its dark red to almost black color and relatively high sugar content.

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Cupid & Psyche ;

Encountered this statue on a wedding party ♥

"The little-known myth of Cupid and Psyche is a story that shows how true love can conquer all. The mythological tale of Cupid and Psyche is one of the few Greek and Roman myths that has not fully become assimilated into modern consciousness."

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"Snow White" ;

A combination of the Snow White Disney film, and old original tale, added with biblical aspects.

"Snow White", representing us all, being "God's bride", but stained red by the sins of the world. Jesus, our "Prince of Peace", coming to save us to the "Promised Land" (which is heaven). We're lying in wait, still fighting to stay true to the light God has once given us.

In the tale Snow White, "the prince" is Jesus. The evil queen, her mother being envious of her beauty, is "the world". The world being envious of all the people trying to do good. The dwarves represent sin (7 deadly sins), being caught by them in a whim. At first it seems all jolly and fun, at some point it feels like you are trapped in an estranged world. The hunter and witch, representing people that "keep coming after you", intending to rustle you from anything you have left from heaven.

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Ribes uva-crispa ;

Ribes uva-crispa, known as gooseberry or European gooseberry, is an Old World species of flowering shrub in the currant family, Grossulariaceae. Gooseberry bushes produce an edible fruit, for which it has been cultivated.

The fruits are berries, smaller in wild gooseberries than the cultivated varieties, but often of good flavor. The berries are usually green, but there are red, purple, yellow, and white variants.

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Stream of Gold ;

The sun can make some magical effects on water surfaces. It looks like floating gold 💛

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A Father's Love ;

I was inspired to write this by a person I once met. Giving advice to one another. Do the things a good father and/or mother would have you do. Even if it’s against your ‘rebellious nature’. Even if it takes a while, it’s these things that will alleviate your heart and mind in the end.

"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." • Psalm 34:15 •

"And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." • 1 Corinthians 13:13 •

Transcript:

Dialogue: Y: Verthu. V: Leave me. Whoever you are. I am contemplating. Y: Then contemplate with me. Y: Look up, Verthu.

V: What am I to say? What do you want to hear? It's always the same story… Y: Pray. V: …what?

Y: Pray. I am here now. I am listening. You can tell me anything. V: Even the things you don't want to hear? The truth? Y: I know the truth. And your truth is not my truth.

*sits down next to him*

V: Where to even begin, how can any of this ever be undone, how can this heart ever change… Y: Tell me, what's in your heart? V: Fear… fear of doing the right thing… I'm afraid to be… a good person. Why is it so hard to… just not be mean. Afraid of doing it wrong, to mess it up even more, even when I try to do it right. Can it ever be done right? Is it ever good enough in your eyes?

*smiles gently* Y: The very fact that you are thinking about wrong and right, even when you have the choice not to think about it at all and keep going your own way, says enough about where your heart truly lingers. V: *sighs* This is what I mean. I don't -understand- the way -you- look at it. You are… so kind, so pure, so perfect… I can't even look without feeling I should prove myself again. Y: Verthu, I called you by name, look at me.

*looks up* V: *hesitant frown* Why would you bestow mercy upon me, why have mercy for wicked hearts like mine? Y: It's not your heart, Verthu, it's your mind. It is playing tricks with you. V: What…? Y: Every heart can be deceived, and if you keep feeding it with deception, lies, you will start believing this is you. I tell you, this is how the evil seed is planted. V: I don't understand.

*reassuring* Y: Sin is everywhere, it is in the human heart to make mistakes. I made you the way you are, I knew you before you were born. Even though I knew the way you would become, even when I saw you fighting against me, I still loved you. You are mine. For all eternity. A father cares for their children, a shepherd cares for their sheep. I will love you until death, if death clutches you out of my hands, I will make sure to resurrect you, give you a new body, and give you a new heart, and love you, again, and again, and again. My love is endless, and this will be your salvation. V: I… I have never heard you speak so many words to me, let alone encouraging words… I- what do I say- Y: You allowed me in your heart. V: But- how about the sinning, my nature? Y: Trust me. And your sins will disappear. My salvation will burn away every last trace of it, bit by bit. And when they return, you set your gaze upon me, and they will leave your side. Have faith. V: Will I be a different person then? Y: *smiles* You will be exactly you. I know your heart, I know what you can and cannot do. Therefore worry not, not about anything. About tomorrow, what your actions will be, clothes, and food. Trust, and I will guide you. V: T-thank you… Father… Y: Call me anytime you need me. I will listen. I will guide and protect you with my righteous right hand.

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Rhododendron 'Amoena' ;

"Also known as the 'Amoenum' (Japanese azalea). This plant was introduced to England from Shanghai in 1950 by Robert Fortune. Although it was thought to be a Chinese plant, it was actually a Japanese."

"Rhododendron 'Amoena' produces masses of brash, magenta-pink blooms that almost cover the evergreen foliage throughout April and May."

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Cracks of Light ;

We walk by faith, not by sight Fixing our gaze on things unseen Not on things that have never been Derailing us to get lost in the night Anxiety, trouble, sorrow, issues tend to draw us back to delusions We are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure Illuminating life like many stars We will experience God's glory through the cracks of our scars

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Paeonia lactiflora ;

"The origins of white peonies can be traced back to Paeonia lactiflora, a species native to China. Historically, they have been cultivated for over a thousand years and are considered a symbol of honour and prosperity."

Best in a deep, fertile, humus-rich soil that is moist but well-drained in a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade.

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Love's Cure ;

By God I was adopted Even when again I stray In dreams, far away He beams love anew Greater than any curse All the way through Calling me to shake Putting me wide awake Forgive my wistful nature His grace is the only cure ♡

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You Belong ;

They say there is no rest for the wicked That is something I can’t get behind Because also for them there is a place When we all break free from the mind There is plenty of room under His wing Where we gather in gladness and sing Then we receive resurrection in His face Every religion, every colour, every nation They all came forth from the same station Anew we will know Jesus’ love operation ♥

Zephaniah 3:17 The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.

Romans 1:16 Be not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.

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Song to the Light ;

All new beginnings are difficult Though if you truly trust the light You will believe, and know deeply That this way will set you free All the old and comfortable gone A heart once crafted from stone Becomes a heart loving and bright

"All will succumb and blow away what is not established in light Words will only sow devastation and none of our deeds shall stay Polyphonic light to perceive as long as our hearts still beat Dearest of mankind, firstborn, light, last word of Him who lives"

Originally a Dutch hymn:

"Alles zal zwichten en verwaaien wat op het licht niet is geijkt. Taal zal alleen verwoesting zaaien en van ons doen geen daad beklijft. Veelstemmig licht, om aan te horen zolang ons hart nog slagen geeft. Liefste der mensen, eerstgeboren, licht, laatste woord van Hem die leeft."

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Innocent Child ;

Once you were like this innocent and sweet child looking with eyes of wonder Oh love, who broke this gem compelled into a beast so wild turning from me so far yonder His Word spread to soothe them Every spirit lost God will renew All restored in His morning dew

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Kindred Light ;

Friendly and cozy as the light wrapped around me as a cloak such is my God, I seek His face I call His name, turn to Him with my questions So He crafts me, that He may direct my being Protecting me and carrying me in his hands

For where am I, if you do not watch over me far and wide and all over my steps Who would I become, if you were not prepared to catch me every time I fall I do not truly live, if you are not with me

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Flourish ;

“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” - Isaiah 41:10

"Our entire existence hinges on God's unconditional love for us. There is nothing we can do to make God stop loving us." ❤️

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New Creation ;

He said: “Truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, move from here to there, and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.”

"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new."

When someone asks you who you are, you say not, “I am all these things, this or that, or any label the world has put on you. You say: “I am a child of God.”

Just like Jesus said: “I Am the Son of God.” I Am.

This raised questions back then, “What must that mean, something all powerful?”

People gave Him power by believing. It is that simple.

He knew who He was, and is. He said, “Trust me, I will give you life to the fullest.” He knew so well who He was that trust was enough to do miracles.

This is how strong our belief system is, and your power. 

What you focus on grows. Therefore, be also wary and avoid giving your power away to those only wanting to grow bigger themselves, those who take advantage of your Trust.

Knowing that we are all capable of creation, it is of high importance that we use this for the good cause, not to glorify ourselves, but God. He will be magnified. 

We ought to believe in the powers of Love. This creates abundance, healing, and freedom. When you wake up in your identity of Christ, you start viewing the world differently, and the people. You feel empathy, and an inner willingness to use your qualities to bring more light and peace in the world.

Those who once had control over you, trying to keep you small and dependent on them, will lose their power.

You are a new creation!

You are now God’s child. Perfectly whole, loved unfailingly.

With this love you can move mountains. He is the author of our Faith.

The stronger our faith the more miracles we can perform for the goodness of God.

Much love and blessings 🌟

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He Found Me ;

The King, was looking for me How can this be?

I’m undeserving, You filled up my cup anyway I thought You’d despise my crippled frame I thought You’d forsake me because my lineage is shame

Every day, every day You're whispering "I love you, stay with Me"

He will keep loving you, until eternity, whatever happens, His love is so full and wide, everything that is impure and hurting you in this world will lose its power over you. You are His creation, and by His stripes you are healed. He will come after you to keep loving you and keep you safe.

“But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed.”

Isaiah 53:5

I will be found by you,” declares the LORD, “and will bring you back from captivity. I will gather you from all the nations and places where I have banished you,” declares the LORD, “and will bring you back to the place from which I carried you into exile.”

Jeremiah 29:14