I could have earned 50 cents. Maybe a dollar.

When I was little, my grandmother would offer me a quarter if I would sit still for 5 minutes. Yes, she knew her money was safe. But this morning, in the quiet and the dappled sunshine, I would have earned four shiny quarters. When I was ready to go back inside and finish up my chores before work, I took some pictures.

Here’s where I…

Sitting in silence. — Sat in silence with God.

listen — Counted the leaves as they fell.

Watching the sunlight. — Watched the sunlight and dappled shade.

My grandma would be tickled.

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How cool!

My mom paid me to stay outside. A materialist–I thought being just a bit annoying was a good (and to me quite natural) way to make a little extra cash for candy.

Thanks, Deb, for showing me a path to redemption!

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