I Took A Walk Last Night

I took a walk last night. I know that isn't the most imaginative title in the world. But I guess I very much wanted this entry to be a bit simplistic--because my walk felt so simplistic and childlike. After a good but long day, I started home. It was beautiful out. Humid, but the wind kept it cool. A hint of cloud in the sky saying it wanted to rain, but sunny and gorgeous. All I could think of was that I wanted to be out in it. I needed its refreshing breeze and atmosphere.

So, after dinner and cleanup, without even changing from my work clothes, I stepped out the door into a beautiful world of fresh air, sunlight, and warmth. My thoughts were my own and began to run immediately.

I prayed and meditated as I very slowly walked along the path through Friendship Village. Not a soul stirred. I mentally focused on walking slowly and taking time to relax. As I came back toward home I decided to sit down on the park bench for a few minutes. As my body and mind slowed down and relaxed, I closed my eyes and just contemplated life. How interesting it is to look back, but also to look forward. What a journey, but what potential.

As dark clouds began to roll in, I started contemplating a walk home. An hour later I found myself back in my apartment having been refeshed and rejuvenated by the sun's rays and the wind's cool breeze. What gifts of God to bring joy to our lives. Is it not the small blessings of life that come to mean so much to us.