Delphinus

Tonight we went to the Second Star to the Right, a program at the library for Madison and other kids her age.  It was advertised as 'Peter Pan themed,' but in fact the title of the program was the only thing that this had to do with Peter Pan.  The real focus on the night was on constellations, and activities related to learning them and seeing them.  We had a fun time - there is always a lot to do at our local library, and we're really blessed.  Madison made a star chart, cutting out a circular map of the constellations, and inserting it into something else we cut out together.  When turned the right way, you can see the night sky we'd be vieweing at certain times each year.  Also, she made a constellation, starting with the stars, and then connecting the dots - and then after that, drawing an image of what that constellation was after the fact.  In this case, we chose Delphinius.

Delphinus is a dolphin constellation, up there with Orion and Perseus and the other mythological characters.  He must have done something pretty epic to be tossed into the stars amongst the others for everyone to see for all time.  I mean, this is the Hercules of dolphins.  Flipper was great, and Winter is pretty awesome.  Echo was pretty amazing.  But Delphinius was the dolphin that all dolphins aspire to be!

Obviously, I have no idea what Delphinus did to merit being up there in the stars for all to see.  Perhaps he battled the Kraken's brother, in a mighty sea battle leading his army of mighty dolphin warriors.  Or perhaps he rescued a princess from the depths of the sea, returning her safely to shore, despite the swarm of hammerhead sharks that Hades sent as 'escorts.'

Whatever it is, Delphinus is memorialized in the stars.  As, I suppose, he is here.

Today was another beautiful day outside.  Just perfect.  We had piano, of course.  Madison played her piece for Mrs. Pam, and although she's a little rough around the edges, things seem to be progressing just fine.  It was a nice day at school, and a nice day at work.  Lots of driving around for chores and so forth, along with final proofs for books and writings for upcoming dramas and messages.  Oh yes, the messages for our Space series are done now - you'll have to wait to see those.  The reason?  We're not done with the elements yet!  Here is another one that I felt 'lead' to share!

“The Lord gives me strength. He is like a shield that keeps me safe.  My heart trusts in Him, and He helps me.“ Psalm 28:7 NIrV

LEAD

Pb 82

     If you’re a fan of heavy metal, you must be a fan of lead.  Though you can find lead in car batteries and building supplies, the one notable thing about lead is its weight.  It’s really heavy!  For example, lead is used in cars and boats when weight is needed to balance things out.  Another place you’ll find lead being used as a weight is when you go fishing –with those metal sinkers that help plunge your bait quickly beneath the water.

     Lead is so heavy and thick that doctors and nurses can even use it as a shield when taking x-rays.  Have you ever had an x-ray taken at the dentist or the doctor’s office?  If you have, then you’ve probably seen those heavy vests people wear.  The lead in those vests help shield your body from any harmful rays.

     Lead is a strong shield, but in the Bible there is one even stronger.  Listen to Psalm 28:7, where David wrote, “The Lord gives me strength.  He is like a shield that keeps me safe.  My heart trusts in Him, and He helps me.”

     Time and again, God is called a shield.  He is a strong shield!  It is He that we can run to every single time, because He is our loving Father.  He’ll hear our cry, and He’ll strengthen us. 

     When you feel like you are being bombarded, the best thing to do is run to God.  He’ll help you, and give you the strength to keep safe, no matter where you are led!