June

June has always been an interesting month to me. Half spring and half summer, it contains the first month of summer break for school, warmth and lengthening sunlight, and often vacations. Depending on where you are located, it may even be hot! But not as hot as August...at least in my old stomping grounds of Texas.

Another thing June is often known for is weddings. I just returned from one. Our son and his bride have now embarked on a life together, blending a family of five children, two dogs, and two cats. Thank goodness for a great backyard and swimming pool!

Maybe June reminds me of all things human. We plant gardens and pull weeds. There is sweat and tears, and love and loss. It reminds me of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8. "There is a special time for everything. There is a time for everything that happens under heaven. There is a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pick what is planted. There is a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up. There is a time to cry, and a time to laugh; a time to have sorrow, and a time to dance. There is a time to throw stones, and a time to gather stones; a time to kiss, and a time to turn from kissing. There is a time to try to find, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to throw away. There is a time to tear apart, and a time to sew together; a time to be quiet, and a time to speak. There is a time to love, and a time to hate; a time for war, and a time for peace." (New Life Version).

In this June time, make time to be human! We are blessed!