walking in the rain
is always more loverly
when you walk with friends
walking in the rain
all that is ordinary
glows with morning dew
music to my ears
percussive pitter patter
of drip drops on leaves
I had planned to meet a friend to go walking yesterday. What I hadn’t planned on was rain. In fact, if I had- I would have definitely come up with an alternative plan! When I saw the dreary day, I briefly considered canceling our walk to stay dry indoors. But I thought about how many times we decide NOT do something just because of a little rain. It’s not like we’re going to melt or anything… in fact, I kind of enjoy being out in the rain. So, I decided if my friend showed up- well, I was game for a walk in the rain, too!
Sure enough, she was ready and waiting to join me.
The weather was perfect for a walk…well, only if you’re not afraid of a little rain on your parade! The air was damp and cool, but surprisingly there were many others out walking- soaking up the late summer morning. I especially loved the crow that was perched on the tippy top of this tree in the picture above. He certainly had a “bird’s eye view” of God’s Creation. While most of us are running for cover from the rain- here he is, cheerfully cawing and keeping watch over the trail.
My friend and I chatted and listened to the sounds all around us. Being out in the rain was refreshing- and so peaceful. There was something about walking in the rain that made me feel more alive than ever.
So, don’t let a little rain stop you from your walk 🙂
“Some people feel the rain- others just get wet” – Roger Miller
God’s thunder sets the oak trees dancing
A wild dance, whirling; the pelting rain strips their branches.
We fall to our knees—we call out, “Glory!” Psalm 29 (Msg)
Ooooooh, gorgeous!!! 😊💖😊💖. I looooove the photos!
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Thank you, Trini! The rain made the walk even more lovely 🙂
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Oh, yes, I can imagine! 😊😊
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Beautiful place to walk. I love rainy days and cloudy weather. Slows things down some. Now that’s hoot isn’t it? Thanks for sharing Julie.
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It is beautiful- and even more so when the leaves change colors in the next few weeks! I have always loved cloudy, rainy days for some reason…slowing our pace is always a good thing 🙂 I hope you are having a wonderful week!!
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Thank you Julie I am. Do me a favor and lift my wife up. She is going through some things right now.
Joy to you
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