And we did do some talking, but eventually this wise woman said to me, “Ruth, you are like a jar of river water all shaken up. What you need is to sit still long enough that the sediment can settle and the water can become clear.” ~Ruth Haley Barton in Invitation to Solitude and Silence
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 above, 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.
My friend, Cheryl, is inviting you to take the True Vine Challenge. Here is her introductory post. And the challenge starts here. I’m linking today’s post there, but may explore abiding more in depth during the week.
Cheryl Smith says
My sediments exactly. 🙂
Sandra says
LOL! 😀
Hazel I Moon says
Yes, let everything settle until all becomes clear!
Ellen Grace Olinger says
Wonderful quote and photos. Thank you.
Martha Orlando says
Love the photos and the quote! Blessings for a peaceful, sediment-free weekend!
patsy says
Sounds like an intriguing book.
Laurie Collett says
I love this analogy & photos! Thanks for the great post & for hosting the linkup!
God bless,
Laurie
Nancy Kehr says
My dad used to hollar at us kids in the back seat of our car and tell us to settle down. He meant to be quiet, to be still and shut our mouths and just observe and listen.
Kris says
Oh I love that quote coupled with your peaceful images~ beautiful!!
~ Patricia says
So lovely, Sandra. xox
Megan Willome says
I am settling some this month. It’s not exactly still, but it’s as still as it’s gonna get, come August. It’s helping.
S. Etole says
Your images speak well of “still.”