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Beauty of Creation

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Hakea flowers
Christine took some lovely photos of spring's new growth during Sukkot and they were just too pretty not to share.  The beauty of Yehovah's creation never ceases to inspire, restore and rejuvenate.

Lavender
It's lovely to walk around now and see the bushes of a decent size and flowering.  I must do a blog with before/after shorts to remind us of how far everything has come.
Pigface
Pinenut tree
We planted about 20 tiny pinenut trees during our first year with the hope that in seven years we'll have our first crop of pinenuts.  Unfortunately the goats couldn't wait that long and made short work of them.  However, we have five left and and despite all odds they are doing well.  It takes seven or so years for them to have their first cones so I'm hoping that will be next year.

Succulents
Today I sprayed weed killer around each caper plant so that they've got a fighting chance of survival.  I was encouraged to see that a few plants are sprouting tiny leaves.  You'll have to hold your head to the side, squint and poke your tongue out but you should be able to see them in the picture below.  There's the majority that have definitely died but we may have a remnant of resilient little plants. 


After the busyness of the festivals Hebron is quiet and still.  As each year passes the importance and significance of keeping Yehovah's festivals is magnified in our understanding and the purpose of Hebron becomes more apparent.  It may not appeal to the masses, but just like our capers, it's the resilient little remnant that hears the voice of the Spirit who sets apart and obeys the call to 'come out of her' and return to the ancient paths. 

Shalom

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  1. ChristinaOctober 22, 2012 at 7:54 AM

    Thanks Annette. Hebron is beautiful. And thanks for the words of encouragement. Good job Mrs Sharks for taking those lovely pictures.

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    1. nettypikeOctober 23, 2012 at 12:13 AM

      It's a great time of year to appreciate Hebron isn't it!

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