I am a biophile.
You may be one too.
A biophile is someone who has a great love of nature, and who appreciates and cares for God’s creation, and his creatures.
Biophilia is the philosophy that humans are created to live in harmony with nature. Our sense of well-being increases in a natural environment.
I visit the neighbourhood pond most days.
The ducks recognize me, and swim over to see me, knowing that I bring them organic corn niblets as a special treat.
These Northern Pintail Ducks arrive each Spring from their wintering grounds in the south.
Within a few weeks, the pond is filled with mother ducks and their ducklings. The father ducks (drakes) leave the pond before the ducklings hatch. They are not ‘dead-beat dads’, however. They fly away because their striking black and white feathers would attract predators to the nests.
The ducklings are now as big as their mothers.
Pictured is our last ‘party’ of the season.
It is getting windier in rural Newfoundland, as the season changes.
Soon, with no more special treats, and the colder weather, God will once again guide them on the long flight to the warm places where they spend the cold months.
Let us thank the Lord continually for his beautiful creation, and may he motivate us to care for it.

I can understand your love for His Creation, I am of the same mind. Even though I haven’t been able to get out much lately I still enjoy watching the birds in our garden…who needs tv? Through creatures we get an appreciation of the fine detail of God’s creativity. God bless you sister.
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Thanks, Alan. Yes, I agree. Birds are fascinating, and for sure, God is extremely detail-oriented. π·π€
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I love being in nature too. the best way to restore my soul! It’s beauty never ceases to amaze me. It reminds me of both the power of God and His great love and tenderness.
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Amen! I also am awed by the wonder of nature, and the need for us to be good stewards of it. πΊ
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Yes, for sure, the wonders of creation bring us much happiness and joy. π€π·
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Aww. That is so sweet of you, feeding the ducks.
I love nature too. The bliss and the calm in it are endearing. π
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Beautifully said – and yes, I am a biophile as well β€
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We biophiles are happy folks. π
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Yes, I think so, for the most part anyway. π
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Thank you, you thought me a new word.
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My wife and I have rescued, and helped find new homes, for a few dogs over the years. One of my favorite scriptures that supports this is Psalm 36:6: βYou, Lord, preserve both people and animals.β
Talking care of Godβs earth and itβs creatures is part of Godβs charge to us. Christians should be among the staunchest environmentalists. Blessings.
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It is a great act of kindness to rescue dogs who need homes. Yes, for sure, ‘Christians should be among the staunchest environmentalists’.
Thanks, David. π€π·
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We are to be good stewards of Gods creation π
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How’s everything been going?
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Hi !
So nice to hear from you !
We have been really isolated out here – No visitors allowed, so it has been lonely.
The ducks in the pond have been providing company for us. ππ·
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π That’s good to hear
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Do you have a different blog ? I have been looking for it. π€
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Yes I have another blog at https://wonderfulpoem.wordpress.com
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Godβs creation is wonderful. I feel so close to Him outside in nature. β€οΈ
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Hi Dawn ! Yes, God’s world speaks of his love, and his endless creativity. π€π·
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β‘ Mother Nature
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A very good word
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Hi Biophile π
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Count me in as a biophile! Definitely.
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Amen!Thank you for partnering with God to take care of His creations.
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Beautiful! I love nature and definitely feel like I’m spiritually refreshed after being out in it!
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I learned a new word today…..such an enjoyable post with a beautiful message…..
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Thanks, Ruelha, so much. π€π·
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I enjoy reading this post π biophile
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Thanks so much, Ivana. π€
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such a blessing that God has provided us so much beauty!
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My ducky, you have been bestowed with a beautiful soul.
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π€πΌ Thanks, Jason.
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