Which Way Is Up?

Posted on November 15, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Have you ever taken a picture, then gone back and totally forgotten what it is, what angle it was taken from, and even which side is up? Well, here is an example of just such a picture. I know that it was taken in Powerscourt Gardens in Wicklow, and I know that the year was 2001. That’s about all I know. 🙂 I have posted it in the direction that seems the most likely, but who knows really? Anyway, I thought it would be fun to get feedback….is it the right way? What is it? Chime in and tell me what it is I’m looking at! If you don’t know, make up something interesting to make me laugh! Slainte, Lisa

Who They Are

Posted on November 14, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

“Be yourself when playing. Don’t try to copy anyone or you’ll never really be at ease playing. Just develop your own style naturally.”
– Catherine McEvoy

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That’s what I hear when I hear Beoga. Originality, humor, slight irreverence for form, fun. I LOVE them! If you haven’t heard them yet, check them out. Enjoy the two tunes, and tap your desk or bop your head if you’re more inclined. But just try to keep up with the bodhran player. 😉 Slainte, Lisa

Flying Free

Posted on November 13, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Kell’s Priory

These birds are above, free, soaring high, not bound by the confines of the ground below. When I see a bird, my soul cries out to be with them, to be weightless and feeling the wind carrying me. God knows that we long for more, to experience that freedom. That yearning we feel is what draws us forward and upward, waiting for the day we can truly fly, forever. If you need release and forgiveness, Jesus wants to do that for you. Just ask. And you will know for sure that one day you will fly. Until then, we have the birds to show us how it’s done. 🙂 Blessings, Lisa

“Out of my distress I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me free.” ~Psalm 118:5

“If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” ~ John 8:36

“I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” ~ John 10:10b

“After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever.” ~1Thessalonians 4:17

Rowing to Innisfallen

Posted on November 12, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Innisfallen Abbey

If you are touring in the Killarney area near Ross Castle, and have the time, I recommend rowing a boat over the lake to Innisfallen. Innisfallen island is over the lake a bit from the castle, and my valiant husband braved the wind chopped lake waves and rowed us over.

Our little rowboat is on the left of the pier; Ross Castle can be seen in the distance across the lake.

Innisfallen was the site of a monastery established in the 7th Century; people say that King Brian Boru studied there. If you go, you will see the remains of a 11th or 12th century priory and church. But mostly, what you will feel and see is peace, quiet, history, and the remembrance of past saints’ prayers. Slainte, Lisa

Running the Race

Posted on November 4, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Running on a field at Trinity College

“But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” ~Philippians 3:13b-14

There are always hard things in life. Things to face, things to conquer, things to forget. So this verse always helps me a lot in trying to forget, in helping me to face challenges. Life is a race, and I’m so excited that I’m heading towards Jesus at the finish line. He’s standing there behind the ribbon, waiting, loving, helping me along all the way. And as I run (walk, limp, hop) towards that finish, I am so hopeful. Because this world sees things as winning versus losing, but Jesus sees my heart. 🙂 Blessings, Lisa

Think About These Things

Lisa Lyons

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