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Life lessons aren't always found in big challenges. The things we
need to learn are always right in front of us often in subtle, almost
hidden, moments.

Wisdom doesn't always come from the great books of literature nor a
man sitting high on a mountain top pondering the meaning of life.

I believe the really great lessons are learned by watching the world
around us. The ebb and flow of oceans, the clouds and sun and the
animals, yes, the animals are all a part of the true meaning of life.

Each night before I go to bed I sit at this computer checking my
messages. If inspired enough by something, I will stay here until I
write about it, make note of it or play it all out in my mind to see
if it's good enough to share with you.

Then, at just the right time, I head into my bedroom. My wife has
long since gone to bed. It is a pleasure these days to walk into
that room and see her at rest. Her days recently have been very
stressful and quite a challenge for her. It helps me to sleep better
knowing she is settled for the night.

Our two dogs, Ricky and Lucy, are permitted to share that space until
I come in. Ricky sleeps under the covers next to my wife and Lucy,
not wanting to miss the opportunity, crawls underneath, too. Ricky
will sleep under all the covers while Lucy prefers to sleep under the
top cover only.

It was because of her that I discovered a very powerful lesson.

Every night when I walk in the room I will reach under the covers and
motion for both dogs to "go to bed." Each has their own cushioned
bed next to my side on the floor under the window.

Often times when I come in I will find Ricky in his own bed sleeping
soundly. Lucy always waits until the very last minute. It is our
time. It is our routine that both she and I wait for. Perhaps even
depend on each night.

As I approach my side of the bed, I can see Lucy's tail wagging
underneath the cover. It makes my heart skip a beat and I smile with
such joy. I lift the cover and she remains there until I pick her
up.

Warm and limp from rest, she lays her head on my shoulder and I feel
her warm furry body on my skin. I whisper, "You're a good girl. Dad
loves you." and I find myself rocking her like I did when my boys
where babes.

I realized last night that she can't see me approaching the bed.
Totally covered by the blanket, she has no idea that it's really me.

But she trusts that it is. She knows that it is. She knows from
experience that I am always there even though she cannot see me.

Oh yes, you see the truth here don't you?

I am a child of God. Even in the darkness under the cover of the
unknown, my faith tells me, that God is always there. Even when I
cannot see Him.

He lifts me up and holds me like a babe and whispers, "You are a good
man. Father loves you."

Then I sleep well..."under the blanket of love."

Good night...sweet dreams...God loves you and so do I!

"I believe in You!"
Bob Perks
Bob@BobPerks.com

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PRAYER
"Lord Jesus, you are the living bread which sustains me in this life. May I always hunger for the bread which comes from heaven and find in it the nourishment and strength I need to love and serve you wholeheartedly. May I always live in the joy, peace, and unity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, both now and in the age to come".

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