SELF CARE: NEW START by Gail K. Kachnycz on 22 October 2025
You may have noticed there was no new post published last week on A Map Through The Valley. I was taking some time off for self-care, so important for caregivers. I spent two weeks in Ocean City New Jersey with my Elephant Sisters and other friends. If you are not familiar with the term Elephant Sisters, this post explains it:
While we were in Ocean City, the full moon, called the Harvest Moon, was due. The name Harvest Moon connotes the timing during the fall, when most crops were harvested. The full moon at that time of year provided extra light to complete the task of harvesting the field. The moon's orbit around the earth is not symmetrical or circular, but rather oval shaped. This harvest moon occurred at the point when the moon is closest to the earth (perigee). After checking for the time and location of moonrise, several of us walked out to the boardwalk and searched the eastern horizon. It seemed like forever, but sure enough, a golden pink edge appeared over the ocean.
A cloud bank was hugging the ocean, so for a brief period part of the moon's appearance was obscured. But as the moon continued to ascend, the complete orb was visible.
The parable here is that God is often closer than we think. But, if we know what signs to look for, we will see His presence in our lives. Even if circumstances obscure our vision, if we continue to look to the Lord and trust Him, He is faithful.
"The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands." Psalm 19:1
As noted in the post September 24, this blog has been active for two years now.
The Lord has provided me the unique opportunity in the next 4-5 months to devote more time to content and expansion of A Map Through The Valley. Please join me in praying for guidance from the Lord with this project. Thank you again to all the subscribers and readers.
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