"It don't come easy, you know it don't come easy... You got to pay your dues if you want to sing the blues And you know it don't come easy... (excerpt, "It Don't Come Easy," Ringo Starr)Patti, Mom, and Ardis, a family friend
Nothing comes easy. Raising a child... Growing a marriage... Honoring your parents... Working a job... Writing a book.
Foundations must be laid on the rock of Christ Jesus (Matthew 7:24). Materials must be gathered, under the watchful, omniscient Eyes. The Chief Cornerstone must be set (Ephesians 2:20).
Then scaffolding must be built for your art--your life-- to reach the heavens.
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Dated as early as Egyptian times, scaffolding mimics the very structure planned to be built as it allows access, provides safety, serves as a 3-D blueprint for your ground-breaking work.
Scaffolding don't come easy. Art don't come easy. LIFE don't come easy.
But our Master Builder will help us erect the scaffolding, then the ground-breaking work. "Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him (James 1:12).
Take your time. Lay that framework. You know, it don't come easy.
What's your favorite building? Who's your favorite architect? Do you like high-riders (skyscrapers) or low-riders?
Y'all are a blessing to me! Have a great weekend!!!
These photos are great, especially the one that’s a skeleton with the workers dotted inside it. Very cool!
My drama friend talked with my about my new script. She said, “You already have the skeleton. Now, you need to add the veins and sinews, muscles, fat, and skin.” Isn’t that great!?!
Great photos, Patti. Last Spring I went into a building that has become one of my favorites. It’s Grand Central Terminal in midtown Manhattan. The large expansive ceilings painted with the constellations are just breathtaking. It’s interesting too that the constellations there are actually reversed, as though the artist either accidentally installed them backwards, or installed them from God’s eye view. To this day, no one really knows the artist’s intent, or error.
Patti, thank you for visiting my blog. I love your photos. Liza
I have a lot of favorite buildings, Patti. But one of my very most favorites is La Parroquia (parish church) de San Miguel Arcangel, in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. In the late 19th century, there were some problems with the church which had been built between the 1680s and 1730s. A local native stonemason, Serefino Gutierrez, who had no architectural training and was illiterate, designed a new front for the church, inspired by postcard pictures of European cathedrals. He put a Gothic cathedral front of pastel granite on the Baroque church. The granite seems to change color as the light changes, making the Gothic front especially beautiful at sunset, and when lit up at night.
The contents of the sanctuary are as eclectic as the exterior, including a statue of “the Lord of the Conquest” made of corn, bulbs and other natural ingredients and surprisingly, a statue of St. Patrick. make it a fascinating structure. The church faces the central park, so you can sit on an iron bench and listen to strolling musicians; or watch vendors hawking treats and toys, children running and laughing (or offering to sell you Clorets) and friends conversing with one another as the sun sets over La Parroquia. Sometimes a mariachi band plays. If an impromptu dance breaks out, you can join in!
Too true! It don’t come easy, but I imagine the rewards are worth it. Anything that is truly “worth it” requires much perseverence and even some heartache.
I don’t have a favorite building, but Grand Central Station in New York stands out in my mind as great architectural design.
No matter how much natural talent we have, nurturing it will enhance our abilities.
Blessings,
Susan
I love this post – love it!
“Nothing comes easy.
Raising a child…
Growing a marriage…
Honoring your parents…
Working a job…
Writing a book.”
So very true! Beautiful thoughts, Patti, and perfect scriptures. I love the arch in St. Louis. Its structure and beauty amaze me.
I love, love those pictures. And you are right, we work together with God to build the scaffolding. He is the master designer and architect. When we traveled to Europe I was astonished to see the magnificent architectural tributes to God in all the massive cathedrals. It gets you to thinking.
I loved the way you tied your analogy to the song “It Don’t Come Easy.”
I love skyscrapers! I don’t know the architect’s names, but there are several buildings in Dubai that are literally breath-taking. They’re so inspiring that I want to go there just to see all of the cool places in the city.
Mary, what a blessed friend! So cool that she said that. I would keep that one!
Oh, Joanna, GRAND CENTRAL, NYC, is amazing!! I totallyl agree!!! Until I taught Humanities 101, I’d never really viewed buildings as art. Now, they’re my frozen music!!!
I meant Joanne!!!
Liza, so great to have you visit. Will check back at your place!
Wilda, cannot wait to Google up La Parroquia. Gang, Wilda will blog tomorrow at http://www.inkwellinspirations.blogspot.com with a poem that will move you to tears. Check it out!!!
I have to tell you although not a building some of the most fun I’ve had in one was at the Space Needle in Seattle! I took my daughter there for lunch in September it was a blast.
Susan, I always like to read what you say, both here and over at your place!
Shannon, it’s almost OUR DAY!! Are you wearing the green already, now? Tommy Sands has been streamin’ outta my speakers!
Jan, I love the medieval cathedrals and love reading medieval fiction. Glad to have you here!
I’ve never had the thought that maybe I wasn’t cut out for writing…until recently. But that was frustration talking. Resolved even before reading this post, I’m further buttressed by your words. It all takes time and effort, and it don’t come easy.
T. Anne, I definitely consider the Seattle’s Space Needle as architecture! We took our kids there as well and LOVED it. There’s also a very cool sculpture park right by there; check it out…nex time!!!
Patricia, soooo glad you realized it was frustration talking! Every time I think of quitting, God asks, “Wouldn’t you just do it for Me?” Sigh. soooo convicting. LOVE your use of “buttressing!” Clever, girl!
Since Elsa, my daughter decided to major in aeronautics, I have an affinity for control towers. Lighthouses are nice too.
“In a way, America is like a big ship. And when we all love and respect each other, that’s when the ship gets safely home.” Miss Rhode Island (Miss Congeniality)
Thanks for this heartening post, Patti, and the stunning photos. Especially the first one!
My fav architect is God, and I LOVE skyscrapers–they remind me of dreams accomplished, from a hoping heart to eyes full of wonder.
Love you, my dear soulmate.
Jen
Great analogy and gorgeous pictures. My favorite buildings are old Victorian homes, or old cabins, or Craftsman cottages. Hmm, I sense a theme.
Cheryl, WOW! Aeronautics, huh? I also love lighthouses as that “rock in the storm,” plus I LOVE Maine, which abounds with these structures! LOVE the quote. Thanks!
Jeanette, yes, the photo was a winner, I agree. Love you, too.
Deb. I DO sense a theme–and also LOVE the Craftsman cottages. SO enjoy jogging or walking by the ones in Normal, and just imagining the Sears ones coming in a box!!!
Gosh, I don’t think I’ve ever been asked about my favorite building before. I recently took a trip to Washington DC and was fascinated by the Old Post Office there – it’s not exactly a sky scraper but offers great views of the city. They also have live music, food court, souvenir shops – a nice touristy thing. I also love going to exhibits at the Guggenheim museum in NYC – so methodical. No questions about what to see or where to go next!
Jen, LOVE the Guggenheim and how you just spiral through the artist’s career!