Wow, this life.
Just about the time that you settle in for a nice afternoon ride in a smart black buggy pulled by glossy, high-stepping horses, your road narrows unexpectedly and, in an instant, it becomes treacherous and strewn with debris. The sky suddenly drops, all dark and ugly, smeared with the color of bruises, and a shattering clap of thunder right overhead spooks the horses into a feverish gallop. Their harnesses strain as they go careening around a sudden sharp turn as if the gashing fangs of hungry wolves are nashing at their haunches.
And you? You're in the thrashing buggy, crouched near the floor, pummeled by fear, desperately grasping for what is stable while this out-of-your-control ride nearly throws you.
This is something that you never expected on this afternoon ride in the sunshine.
Yes, one way, and then another, life can take you by surprise. Almost as soon as the job started here, it is over. Your road has taken a different turn.
You have walked rocky places before, yes, but not this one. You've had hopes dashed before, but not these hopes.
Just what, now, are you going to do?
Cry. Every tear is precious. Every one. There are enough buckets to hold them.
Hold On. When you reach deep for faith, trust, and hope, but you find your fingers clunking the bottom of emptiness, remember, Provision has already been made. He knew before you did, and it's on the way.
"...I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you."
Let Go. That buggy ride in the afternoon with sunshine on your shoulders? It's not for today. Oh, and those dust bunnies around your house? Don't worry too much about them. They'll still be there when you're ready.
Keep Writing. Truth be told, letting this blog go silent has crossed your mind. But you need to write. You need to write about the downs as well as the ups, the twisting and the turning of life. And remember, you aren't the author of this life, you're only the scribe. Scribe on.
Make Stars. Lots of them. And add some glitter, too. Because that's what stars do, they shine.
Always.
