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Wednesday, 20 April 2011

Easter & The Garden


I love the new life springing up in our garden,
the lush greeness, the exuberant efflorescence, the wafting scents in mild evenings.
Isn't Spring filled with so much optimism and hope?


And, to me, Easter feels like the absolute pinnacle of all that I adore about this time of year.
The ultimate meaning of new life.


I am so grateful for the eternal hope that I have because of my king, Jesus, through his agonizing death and
glorious resurrection.


Although I don't often talk explicitly about
my Christian faith on Modern Country Style,
it's absolutely central in every aspect of my life.
I hope you have a wonderful Easter.


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70 comments:

  1. chris20 April 2011 at 15:25

    May I add my fervent Amen. I am so grateful for the hope that only comes through Jesus Christ.

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  2. Rachel Rose Mercantile20 April 2011 at 15:30

    Oh yeah! This was beautiful!Thank you for posting yet another message full of love and light.

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  3. GLENDA CHILDERS20 April 2011 at 15:37

    Sarah ~ I am blessed to be your sister . . .because of Easter.

    Fondly,
    Glenda

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  4. Stitchfork20 April 2011 at 15:41

    Happy Easter and enjoy the family time!
    xo Cathy

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  5. franca20 April 2011 at 15:44

    Wonderful garden.
    Happy Easter to you!
    Franca

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  6. ♥ Mary Janes TEAROOM20 April 2011 at 15:59

    Such a lovely post Sarah...
    Wishing you a lovely Easter,
    Susan x

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  7. Pamela Gordon20 April 2011 at 16:10

    I too, share your faith in Jesus and wish you a very blessed Easter! Pamela in Canada

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  8. Anonymous20 April 2011 at 16:13

    peaceful Easter wishes to you and your family, Diane

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  9. Marie20 April 2011 at 16:14

    Hi Sarah - Your garden is looking beautiful indeed!

    I wish you a very happy Easter dear girl.
    -Marie

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  10. Unknown20 April 2011 at 16:19

    Happy Easter!

    Vicky
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    follow me

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  11. At The Picket Fence20 April 2011 at 16:20

    Oh Sarah! You brought tears to my eyes and I just love that this Eternal connection we have adds, that much more depth to what I already consider a pretty special friendship. You have blessed me today my friend! :-)
    Vanessa

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  12. Room Seventeen20 April 2011 at 16:21

    Spring is beautiful... Lovely pictures!

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  13. Anonymous20 April 2011 at 16:29

    There's my Sarah Sarah!

    Your garden is beautiful as are your words, today! I'm so thankful for a risen Savior! We are blessed!

    Hope you have a wonderful Easter with your family way over there across the pond :)
    XOXO
    ~M

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  14. LindyLouMac20 April 2011 at 16:42

    Have a wonderful Easter Sarah xx

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  15. Debbie @ OtRD20 April 2011 at 16:46

    Beautiful garden! Spring is such a wonderful time of the year.

    Happy Easter!

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  16. Allie20 April 2011 at 16:49

    Have a joyous celebration. Your purple clematis vine is just lovely to see.
    www.skylarkmanor.com

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  17. Unknown20 April 2011 at 17:00

    We are similar, you and I, in that neither of us blog a whole lot about our faith, but it is the core of who we are, and what a wild and precious life we have both been given, and at what cost. Drinking in the joy that is Spring and Easter with you. xxx

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  18. Brandi20 April 2011 at 17:05

    Hi Sarah, May your Easter be blessed with a lot of happiness!

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  19. Unknown20 April 2011 at 17:14

    Love your garden...
    Happy Easter my dear friend
    Mari

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  20. Meera @ firstsense20 April 2011 at 17:27

    And a happy Easter to you, sweetie!

    Meera xx

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  21. Blondie's Journal20 April 2011 at 17:30

    Have a wonderful and blessed Easter, Sarah!

    XO,
    Jane

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  22. Erin S.20 April 2011 at 17:36

    Thanks for the lovely pictures and the beautiful message. I love springtime for all the same reasons. Easter is one of my favorite holidays--it epitomizes hope!

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  23. Holly20 April 2011 at 18:15

    Happy Easter, Sarah, my sister in Christ!

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  24. Carla @ Hammers and High Heels20 April 2011 at 18:16

    Beautiful post :) I hope you have a lovely Easter with your family!

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  25. Alison Agnew20 April 2011 at 19:38

    amen and amen...thanks for the encourage words of the reminder of the only new life that truly matters...have a wonderful easter with your family.

    blessings,

    alison

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  26. Sunshine and Lavender20 April 2011 at 19:53

    What a beautiful sentiment. Thank you so much for sharing the beautiful pictures. ( I am sure you can tell I love flower pictures from my blog content!)
    I hope you and your family have a wonderful Easter!

    XO~ Alison

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  27. Susan T20 April 2011 at 19:57

    Have a wonderful Easter Sarah

    XX Sue

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  28. It's me20 April 2011 at 20:02

    I hope you have a wonderful easter too Sarah !!...love love Ria....xxx...

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  29. the fishermans cottage20 April 2011 at 21:07

    Your garden is lovely Sarah, have a great Easter with your family x

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  30. Anonymous20 April 2011 at 21:41

    You always seem to get to me with your words...it is a time of hope and I wish you all the blessings in the world this Easter time.
    sarah xo

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  31. michele20 April 2011 at 21:43

    HE IS RISEN INDEED.

    and this has made all the difference in my life as well.

    love to you this easter, friend.

    michele

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  32. Leah - The Inside Story20 April 2011 at 21:59

    Wishing you a very happy easter Sarah and I agree spring is full of hope and optimism. Have a lovely weekend!! Leahxx

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  33. Olive20 April 2011 at 22:49

    He is Risen Indeed my friend. I think your faith and joy shines through!

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  34. Teacup Moments20 April 2011 at 23:01

    oh wow, sarah, see this is just one of the reasons why i am drawn to you. we are quite similar! i also don't blog much about my faith, but it's essential to my life.

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  35. Shelly Wildman21 April 2011 at 02:22

    I love knowing that I have a sister in Christ over in England. Your inner beauty shines through in your posts. Thanks for sharing this today, Sarah.

    Happy, happy Easter!

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  36. Cindy21 April 2011 at 03:09

    Beautiful garden and beautiful words of hope! May you and your family have a lovely Easter, dear Sarah.
    Love and hugs, Cindy

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  37. Tricia21 April 2011 at 05:53

    What a beautiful post Sarah! Many blessings to you my friend. Your garden looks wonderful. I hope you have a Happy Easter!

    Hugs ♥ Tricia

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  38. Holly Lefevre21 April 2011 at 06:17

    Lovely! I am not very religious but I think you captured the meaning of the holiday wonderfully and with grace and your garden looks divine!

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  39. Travel With Lulu21 April 2011 at 07:03

    Yes!

    Your clematis is just beautiful, BTW :) Happy Easter to you and your family! XOL

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  40. sarah-jane down the lane21 April 2011 at 12:04

    Ooh this is a very lovely place! happy Easter to you too!

    Sarah x

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  41. WobiSobi21 April 2011 at 12:45

    Very well said. I <3 you. Happy Easter! Hugs, Anne

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  42. Privet and Holly21 April 2011 at 13:42

    Happy Easter, Sarah!
    Our belief in Jesus
    is a great deal like
    our belief that spring
    will come, each year,
    isn't it? The trees
    still look like winter
    where I live, but I
    KNOW that underneath
    is the promise of what
    is to come.....Have a
    blessed holiday!
    xx Suzanne

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  43. Marlis21 April 2011 at 13:58

    Have a very blessed Easter.. I too liken spring to the rebirth of Christ Jesus. Thank you for sharing.

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  44. Susanne21 April 2011 at 15:00

    Last summer, the area I live in suffered an extended drought. Everything turned brown and dry, and our lawn, trees and plants were suffering. We worried whether they would return this spring. What a glorious joy to look out my kitchen window today and see.....green! New life appearing where once we thought everything was dead. A vivid reassurance that God's promises of the resurrection are real and true. " Our Lord has written the promise of resurrection, not in books alone, but in every leaf in springtime." (Martin Luther) Happy Easter!!

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  45. La Vie Quotidienne21 April 2011 at 15:24

    Yes, this is a time of promise and rebirth and it is expressed beautifully in this post. Have a lovely Easter...your garden looks wonderful.

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  46. High Street Cottage21 April 2011 at 16:47

    My Dear Sarah, is there anything better than a gorgeous Garden in the English Cotswolds?
    I think not, well perhaps, just the one where the lady of the house is a charming woman who can sew, cook, craft, and is a good Mum, and supportive friend.
    xxx tami

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  47. Simple Home22 April 2011 at 05:09

    Beautifully said Sarah!! Have a glorious Easter :-)
    Blessings,
    Marcia

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  48. Le 22 April 2011 at 10:11

    happy days dear Sarah :) enjoy your spring while we transition into winter - I love autumn - it's a delight - many hugs le xox

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  49. michelle22 April 2011 at 15:09

    Hello Lovey! This is so beautiful, your words, your garden and your photos. I hope that you have a wonderful weekend and Happy Easter to you my friend!!!
    Hugs!!
    XO

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  50. Jeff22 April 2011 at 15:33

    Thanks for the thoughts. He is risen, indeed!

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  51. Katherines Corner22 April 2011 at 15:49

    Beautiful, I join you in celebration of our Saviors resurrection. Happy Friday,Happy Good Friday, Happy Earth Day, Happy Jelly Bean Day ( yes it's actually jelly bean day)Hugs from Katherine. P.S have you entered my giveaway?

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  52. heather22 April 2011 at 20:00

    Happy Easter to you! your garden represents it well!

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  53. Jenn Erickson22 April 2011 at 23:10

    Sarah, your garden is beautiful and your words inspiring and poetic!

    Happy Easter!

    Jenn

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  54. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal23 April 2011 at 07:54

    Beautiful clematis! I was looking for one today. Happy Easter,have a great weekend!

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  55. Calypso In The Country23 April 2011 at 17:16

    Beautiful post. Happy Easter to you!

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  56. Unknown23 April 2011 at 18:49

    Such beautiful images! Happy Easter to you my darling! xxx

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  57. Lila24 April 2011 at 02:00

    Wishing you and your family a very blessed Easter.

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  58. Robynne's Nest24 April 2011 at 10:08

    Happy Easter Sarah, just back from Paris with a zillion photos to download...so you know what I'll be doing all day....that and a mountain of washing! Robx

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  59. Sylvia24 April 2011 at 23:35

    The clematis is beautiful!

    Happy Easter...
    Sylvia

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  60. Anonymous25 April 2011 at 10:58

    Your garden is gorgeous. Beautiful photos. Amber

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  61. Jenni25 April 2011 at 20:36

    Hello Sarah!

    This was a beautiful post and it touched my heart. :) And truly, what an amazing sacrifice Jesus made on the cross for us! I hope you had a lovely Easter with your family!

    Blessings to you~
    Jenni

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  62. Young Adventures...25 April 2011 at 21:38

    Sarah,

    I adore your garden! It is absolutely beautiful. I hope you had a wonderful Easter with your family. He is risen!!!

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  63. vosgesparis25 April 2011 at 22:01

    Hello
    Hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend )

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  64. Valerie@chateaualamode.typepad.com26 April 2011 at 03:46

    Such a beautiful post Sarah. I hope you and your family had a glorious Easter.

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  65. Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents26 April 2011 at 21:06

    Beautiful photos. The last one just takes my breath away.

    Happy White Wednesday!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  66. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life26 April 2011 at 22:43

    Such a beautiful post. God Bless. Thanks so much for linking to TTT. Hugs, marty

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  67. Heaven's Walk27 April 2011 at 03:19

    To a fellow sister-in-Christ ~ may God bless you for your testimony! ♥ What a blessing that spring always brings not only to our gardens but to our hearts, also. :)

    xoxo laurie

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  68. Mikey Fuller27 April 2011 at 14:32

    Love it! I hope to get my garden looking this nice! I planted roses,some pretty ground cover, and a bunch of hydrangeas last year! I've also been letting the periwinkle take over part of the bed, as well as letting the wisteria cover an old chain link fence. I want to have a Mad Hatter themed tea party in my garden soon! Now following! Hope you'll visit me!

    ~Mikey @ Shabby French Cottage
    www.shabbyfrenchcottage.com

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  69. Amanda27 April 2011 at 21:41

    Thank you for sharing such a lovely post, Sarah! You are a blessing!
    Best Wishes,
    Amanda

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  70. tweed.girl6 June 2011 at 17:48

    I am slowly reading through your archives, having been drawn in by your link on re-modelaholic I think. I normally read design/decor/craft blogs from the US so it is lovely to find a fellow Brit with the exact taste in decor I love (and I am a tweed-lover too.)
    Finding this post as I wended my way through your archives was lovely.
    Thanks for posting this, from another Christian girl.

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