I am on the left and Sr. Elaine is on the right
Sometimes, the child in you just has to be released. Frequently, Sr. Elaine, her family, and I enjoy nice long bike rides through Maryland. We have so much fun seeing the nature and spending time together, all while getting exercise!
Well, this particular day that Sr. Elaine and I took a bike ride, we invited Patty, a new candidate. It was also the day that the sky decided to open up. What fell forth was not skittles and happiness, it was rain…pure rain!
Predicting fowl weather, we did pack some ponchos, for what it was worth. Surprisingly, as we were riding along in the rain, I think my inner child started to smile. Suddenly, the cold drops on my nose were no longer annoying.
This is me on my bike, alongside Patty
I looked around and saw the water accumulating on leaves and the ground soaking up God’s nurturing moisture. The clouds in the sky were deeper and richer in color, displaying the angry force that produces rain. And the sound of the raindrops were as melodic and soothing as any sweet song.
Not only did I have fun and feel “silly” bike riding in the rain and getting muddy, but I again saw the world from the faith-filled eyes of a child…my inner child.
I hope that my companions enjoyed the ride as much as I did. I know we certainly initiated Patty into Bon Secours! Thank you, Lord, for the many blessings!!!
