A Reminder

The ocean is magnificent and magical. Those waves rolling in with such authority and then retreating to form another attack. The beach sand that ripples in some places, smooth in others. So easy to walk on the water-soaked sand, so difficult to slog through loose, powdery sand that grabs your boot and holds onto it for a laugh. The ocean and its surroundings are wonderful.

But I discovered again yesterday something I had known but forgotten in the glamor of the rolling surf. Sitting on a floating dock in warm sunshine and watching the stillness of the inlet is not bad, at all. It was peaceful, much quieter than the glamorous ocean, and it offered its own visual appeal. So, I conclude this about that: A balanced life for me means enjoying the drama and excitement of the surf to the fullest…but when I’m the emptiest, I run to the floating dock and I sit for a while. Amazing what smooth, non-talkative, calm inlet water will do for a frazzled mind or a troubled soul. Sound somewhat familiar? It’s the same spiritual principle that I’ve mentioned before. We both need reminding periodically. Consider yourself reminded. One thing more: In the Book of Psalms, there is a verse that begins: ”This is the day the Lord has made; let us go and sit on a dock (a quiet place) and listen to the water…” Good advice from a very reputable source. Press on.