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"I Believe in You!"
A message of Hope, stories from the
road.
By Bob Perks
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Hello, my friend!
My good friend from Australia wrote to me
today:
Hi Bob,
Thought you should be the first to know . . . .
it's Spring in Australia!
The scent of blossom is almost intoxicating.
And in addition, our native "Wattle"
is blooming everywhere. The sight of green
& gold is stunning.
Summer is coming. Long, sun-drenched days
& balmy nights. Family. Holidays.
Sorry, but your loss is our gain. When we've
finished with it, we'll give it back.
Promise. And we'll take real good care
of it.
It is not yet officially retreated here, but Summer is
packing her bags.
With it my oh happy spirit. So I went back to find a
story I wrote a few years back
about saying goodbye.
By the way, My friend David the Aussie, also included a
personal note about his health.
Please remember him in your prayers and if you would be so
kind include me in one or
two mentions to God, too.
Love to you all!
Bob and Marianne
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"Hope, oh winged friend. Come into my life and
bring with you your close friend, Faith. We need to
sit awhile
and talk like the old days." Bob Perks
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All stories copyright 2006 Bob Perks
Today's Message:
"Farewell..."
By Bob Perks I don't understand why you have to go. Was it something I said? Was it something I did? I know we've been through this before. But it's different now. Back then I was young and foolish. I'll admit I took you for granted. You came into my life and I never really appreciated you.
When you left
each time, I hardly noticed you were gone. Maybe because I
knew you'd
be back. You always came back.
But now, more than ever before in my life, I need you. The last time you left me, I thought you'd be gone for good. I longed for
the warmth of your
touch. My world seemed dark and dreary.
These past few months together have been glorious. I awakened each day eager to see you again. Never once did you let me
down.
Our time together along the shore was absolutely perfect. Our days together basking in the sunlight will serve me well as
precious memories
in the cold empty days ahead.
The flowers you gave me were beautiful, matched only by colors of the blue skies, rainbows and sunsets.
I would follow you if I could. But you know I must stay behind once more. Please promise you'll come back. But before you go, give me one last, magnificent day, then lay upon my lips a final kiss, so
warm and tender.
I will remember you, my friend, as I close my eyes and
face the cold winter
days ahead.
You will be tucked away in a safe place in my soul, with the memories of the red rose, the sunflower, lilies of the valley,
peonies, and yes even the dandelion.
I will remember the sounds of laughter in the park, the fireworks after dark and the sweet smells of church picnics, ethnic
festivals and fresh
mowed lawns.
I am getting too old to face the cold. But if God should grant me more time with you, you'll find me here waiting with open arms for your return, once
more.
Farewell...Summer! "I believe in you!" Bob Perks "I believe in You!"
Bob Perks
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about today's message, please write to Bob@BobPerks.com
I will use only first names and no email
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"I wish you enough!"
Bob Bob Perks is a professional speaker, author and vocalist. Member National Speakers Association. Visit http://www.BobPerks.com Visit Bob's story site: http://www.IWishYouEnough.com Sign up to receive Bob's free stories sent three times weekly. "I wish you enough!" written by Bob Perks (c) 2001 "I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright. I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more. I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive. I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger. I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting. I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess. I wish you enough "Hello's" to get you through the final "Goodbye." |
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