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still saturday: be still with sparkling waters

January 18, 2013 By Sandra Heska King

sparkling, water, brilliant

No words today. Just this. Come sit a moment in God’s lap.

And be still.

“This exceptionally beautiful video features my composition, “A Tiny Heartbeat” from my latest album, A Delicate Joy. The song is available on iTunes, Amazon… my web site.. all the usual places. Much thanks to Wayne Wallace, the video creator…” ~David Nevue on Facebook

In the stillness,

Sandy

Welcome to Still Saturday where we pause after a busy week, move in quiet pilgrimage, maybe linger a while in some still place, and soak in the beauty of images and words. We’d love for you to join us. Get the details on the left, grab your favorite button, and link up below. We all love to hear if something especially speaks to your heart, but please don’t feel pressured to comment. Simply take some time to gaze long and drink deep.



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  1. S. Etole says

    January 18, 2013 at 10:54 pm

    Such a soothing video … thank you for the peace here.

  2. Patricia (Pollywog Creek) says

    January 19, 2013 at 5:38 am

    So very beautiful, Sandy.

  3. Amanda says

    January 19, 2013 at 8:57 am

    Oh Sandy, that video was so peaceful and beautiful! The music was so soothing…I need to keep that playing on repeat 😉 Thanks so much for sharing! Have a blessed day!

    • Sandra says

      January 20, 2013 at 7:07 pm

      I’ve had it on repeat. Many times the last couple of days. 🙂

  4. Louise Gallagher says

    January 19, 2013 at 10:12 am

    Your video was exactly what I needed in this moment in time to find stillness and softness and peace.

    Thank you.

    PS — I’ve posted it on my blog with a link and note of gratitude to you.

    • Sandra says

      January 20, 2013 at 7:05 pm

      I’ve played it/watched it over and over. I’m so glad it met your need today, sweet friend.

  5. Jen Ferguson says

    January 19, 2013 at 10:24 am

    One of my favorite things to look at is the sunlight sparkling on water, but never had I thought it being a tangible example of God’s brilliance. Next time I see this, I will stand, and be amazed.

    • Sandra says

      January 20, 2013 at 7:07 pm

      I hadn’t either. But the way the water sparkles like stars… wow.

  6. Michelle DeRusha says

    January 19, 2013 at 12:14 pm

    Wow, that is beautiful. And your place….I love it! I’ve been out of the blogosphere for a bit due to vacation and then illness, so I hadn’t seen the new look. So pretty, Sandy. Love to you, girl.

    • Sandra says

      January 20, 2013 at 7:08 pm

      I hope you’re feeling lots better, now, friend. Thanks. And can’t wait to see you in just a handful of months.

  7. kis says

    January 19, 2013 at 12:29 pm

    So beautiful and restful, Sandy. Thank you for this breath of calm air. XO

  8. Laurie Collett says

    January 19, 2013 at 12:46 pm

    Just beautiful, Sandy! May His living water stream through us, reflecting His light. Thanks for hosting & God bless!

  9. Sheila Seiler Lagrand says

    January 19, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    It’s an aural balm.

    It draws deep, calm breaths from me.

    Thank you, Sandy.

  10. Jason Stasyszen says

    January 19, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    Wonderful picture and video. Makes me want to go visit a (warm) ocean and sit in reflection for a while. 🙂 Thanks Sandra.

  11. Sarah C. says

    January 19, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    Thank you for hosting. This is my first time linking. I love the music and the water. Much needed today. 🙂

    • Sandra says

      January 20, 2013 at 7:06 pm

      So wonderful to have you slip in, Sarah. Welcome.

  12. Dianne Hogue says

    January 19, 2013 at 8:27 pm

    Yes, I also love and appreciate the peace here–And love the “no pressure” to comment–thank you so much!

  13. Carol J. Garvin says

    January 20, 2013 at 1:58 am

    Your photo and the video are like a benediction, Sandy. So full of the kind of beauty only God can create. Thank you! I first discovered David Nevue’s wonderful music on Ann Voskamp’s website. It just picks up my emotions and carries them along to a quiet worship-filled place.

    • Sandra says

      January 20, 2013 at 7:12 pm

      I created a Pandora station called David Nevue…

  14. Nina says

    January 20, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    Thank you or taking me to the lovely lake ~ what a wonderful peace, beauty, such a blessing!

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