Journeys
I love journey stories. Most of my favorite books are journey stories, like the Lord of the Rings, Walk Two Moons, and the Grapes of Wrath. I have always liked to travel, to move, to explore, to wander, to meander, and to just go. But I am not aimlessly moving about in space, I have a destination. Its just that I know I will get to my destination, but I am in no hurry.

Throughout my life, I have found that the journey is as important as the destination. I believe that I am on my way to heaven, and I am ready when I am called home, but while I am still on this earth, it is important to live it to the fullest.

The journey for me is the best way to fully explore and celebrate Creation. I not only want to smell the roses along the way, but taste the chocolate, hear the wind, feel the cool waters and see the rainbows. But the journey is more than just a trip through the natural world, it a visit with Grandma, a dance with my wife, a romp with my kids, a whirl with the grand kids and the struggle with my shortcomings.

Christ calls us all to be involved with our neighbors, both loving and helping, and being helped. We are accountable to God for our relationships with one another. This the real journey for me. Learning to be humble, helpful, grateful, loving and forgiving. Learning to live this way is the journey.