Gratitude is a Key

 On our walk of well over 3 miles today, we discovered another beautiful path along tributaries of the Thames.  Tree-lined and dotted with swans and colorful ducks, the small river lazily swirled past stately old houses with sloping yards down to the shoreline.  Many had small docks and decks with everything from swings to very small houses perched atop.  All up and down the river there were boats, houseboats or barges.  They are long and narrow and sit low in the water.  They are completely enclosed and sport curtains at the windows, garden plants sitting in pots atop and occupants inside.

We walked along the path for some time, enjoying all the sights until hunger got the best of us.  We turned around and retraced our steps along the water....which was just as enjoyable as the first time.  We are astonished at how many lovely walks there are here.  I know Oxford is not unique.  Copenhagen was much the same, but without all of the many waterways.























We watched President Nelson's address at 6 our time.  He is an amazing man, and delivered a message that is so very timely.  His striking blue eyes sparkle as he speaks and the words that he shares are a healing balm.  I am looking forward to putting his counsel into practice.  

His message was simply that gratitude is a key to healing...a key to hope...a key to happiness!

Comments

Erin said…
It sounds like a lovely walk! How many other people were on the path with you? It looks pretty deserted.

I loved his message too!
November 20, 2020 at 8:17 PM
Elder and Sister Madsen said…
Erin, it wasn't busy by any means, but we didn't walk far without being passed up by a jogger or passing someone going in the opposite direction. There were also several out walking their dogs.
November 21, 2020 at 5:42 AM
melissa said…
I’m so glad you can go out walking. It’s so beautiful!!!
November 21, 2020 at 8:02 AM
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