this was more of a reminder to me then a lesson, but I had been thinking about the Earth. and noticing that we (people) tend to complain about it an awful lot. but the thought accrued to me. Why are you complaining about the weather, or the earth quakes or volcanoes? the earth does so much for us, and has also done so much for mankind for so long, isn't she entitled to shake under pressure, or hick up and burp every once in a while. and the weather is a blessing. Even if it snows in May and June, that is water, that she can use. I am so greatful for this beautiful planet and all her wonders. In church we sang "All creatures of our God and King", and the last verse really hit the lesson home for me. "dear mother Earth who day by day, unfoldest blessings on our way, alleluia! alleluia! the flowers and fruite tghat in the grow, let them his glory also show, Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Oh, praise him! Alleluia! I thank God for this glorious Earth he created, and thank the Earth for a job continually well done.