Monthly Archives: May 2014

On Character

On Character

on characterA Quote to Carry You

May 12, 2014

“I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.”  Martin Luther King, Jr.

I have always been inspired by these words…they move me in a way that tells me that beauty is not just skin deep.  In fact, to me, the most beautiful and lasting quality about a person is the richness of their character.  A person shows to others who he truly is by what he does with what he’s taken in.  His words, his actions…they are what the world sees of him the most.  The content of your character reveals the essence of you.

Wishing you much peace in your world today.

Felecia

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To Be A Mother

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“Young Mother Sewing,” 1900, Mary Cassatt. Image from a page of the 2013 Desk Calendar, courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Store

 

To be a mother…what a wonderful gift we’ve all been given; there are some things that only a mother can give.

“Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.” Proverbs 31:29

To Be A Mother

To be a mother is an awesome responsibility.

She carries the welfare of her children on her shoulders;

but there is no other weight she welcomes more to bear.

To be a mother requires a perception only she can display.

She knows what her children need before they are even aware;

she makes a way for them that will keep them safe from harm.

To be a mother is a role that is born out of an insatiable love.

She loves her husband and her children in distinct ways;

to experience a mother’s love is a gift that never ceases to give.

To be a mother is a privilege that she never takes for granted.

She does whatever it takes to nurture her family;  meeting their needs,

experiencing the joy of seeing them succeed in life is her welcome reward.

To be a mother takes the ability to love others unconditionally.

She is human and possesses all of the frailties that come along with that;

yet somehow she goes far beyond what is expected of her – she is a living inspiration to all.

Felecia R. Weber, 2014, OntheWingofaDove.com

I dedicate this poem to all mothers, and most especially to my own.  Wishing you the happiest Mother’s Day ever Mommy…I love you!

Felecia

 

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Max and Mia, What a Lively Pair!

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Meet Max and Mia, my sister Marjorie’s two adorable miniature Schnauzers. They certainly keep her on the go!

 

Max and Mia are always on the go…here is a glimpse of this pair of lively pups.  Just a warning…you’d better dawn your walking shoes!

Max and Mia, What a lively Pair!

Max and Mia, what a lively pair!

They were once little orphans full of despair.

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Max…Hi! Here I am!

Max was adopted first; he is dog number one.

Then Mia came along; they are both loads of fun!

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Mia…Hi! I am here too!

Max is rambunctious, he loves to run and play catch.

Mia loves treats, “Hey Mom, will you make me a batch?”

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Marjorie takes “the little ones,” as she calls them, for a walk most every day…hmmm, or do they take her for a walk?

Taking a walk can be quite an ordeal,

But they never fuss when it’s time for a meal.

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Max is sharp and full of energy…now who wouldn’t want to play catch with such a cutie?

Max is brave; his bark is fierce for his size.

Mia’s yelps sound like she’s singing whenever she cries.

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Mia is sweet and a bit shy…who can resist being drawn to those gorgeous eyes?

Max and Mia, how precious are they?

If you ever get to meet them, they’ll surely make your day!

(Poem by Felecia R. Weber, OntheWingofaDove.com; photographs by Marjorie Karimi-Carter)

“Calling all dog lovers!”

If you have a four-legged fury friend you’d like to have featured in a poem on On the Wing of a Dove…Enjoying life beautifully!, simply email you cutest pictures and a short bio of your dog to me, Felecia, at frosew04@gmail.com and stay tuned!

I hope to hear from you soon!

Peace and love,

Felecia

 

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On Motherhood

On Motherhood

on motherhoodA Quote to Carry You

May 5, 2014

“There is one word that describes motherhood best…and that is love.”  Felecia R. Weber, OntheWingofaDove.com

I cannot think of any earthly thing that matches a mother’s love.  The love between a mother and child is unique and the bond that it forms is so strong that nothing an sever it.  A mother’s love knows no limits; there is a depth and security that causes it to flourish despite any difficulty that threatens it.  I know Mother’s Day is several days away, but with all of the responsibilities that go along with being a mother, I wanted to start the celebration early!

Here’s to wishing all mothers the very best day ever!

Peace and joy,

Felecia

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Patience Makes Perfect

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“Patience Makes Perfect,” photograph by Felecia R. Weber, OntheWingofaDove.com

 

Patience makes perfect…there is a grace and elegance that is born out of the discipline of waiting…so it is with patience.

Perfection, that is not a word that describes human nature, although it is something that we all strive to attain in some form or another.  “When I accomplish this…when I get that…then things will be perfect.” Haven’t we all uttered those words and haven’t they always more often than not, failed to come true?  And so we go round and round, treading the same circle of trying to achieve that, which is unattainable.  Add to that our fierce desire for instantaneous gratification, and we likely miss the mark altogether.

“Patience makes perfect;” what an odd sounding phrase…but is it really?  When we wait and take our time and let things flow and play out as they should; isn’t it then that things work out better?  I can recall countless times in my own life when I’ve tried to make things happen, rearranging this, frantically reacting to that, and before I know it, I become so frustrated and overwhelmed that I don’t get anything done.  In fact, I sometimes have made the situation far worse.  It’s a funny thing…in trying to achieve perfection; I get the furthest away from it.

“Let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.” James 1:4

Indeed, patience makes perfect…not perfection in its purest sense.  Rather, there is grace and elegance that is born out of the discipline of waiting…it produces a richness that flourishes in maturity.  We see that principle all around us.  An athlete must train day after day before his body reaches peak physical condition; a process that may take months or years even.  But all of that time and effort are well worth it as he proudly steps up to the platform to receive the honor of first place.  A mother-to-be blossoms during her many months of gestation.  Her anticipation is full of excitement and apprehension for she knows the bitter sweetness that will come when it is time to bear her precious child.  Patience spawns a beauty that is the perfect reward for our efforts…a perfection that is well worth the wait.

Whatever you are striving for, may you achieve it through patience and receive your perfect reward.

Peace and love,

Felecia

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