From dust you came, and to dust you will depart

Starting this first day of the journey of Lent.
I have decided that I'm going to try and take a picture for each day of Lent that represents where I'm at and how my journey is going. Today's picture focuses on the two disciplines I hope to practice more diligintly for these next 40 days: prayer and time in scripture. The writing is Psalm 51 which was read during the Ash Wednesday service today and I found it comforting and beautiful. I want to grow closer and stronger in my relationship after these wanderings. I have also decided that in the fasting part of Lent I am going to try and cut out the excess gluttony I have in my daily routine that separates me from God, whether that be the internet, TV, food, etc. I will try and cut back.

Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. --Colossians 3:12-17

I jumped in puddles with Bekah tonight...my pants were soaking wet and it felt wonderful.

But now, I have much work to do. Why can't it be the weekend yet?