The tire swing is moving back
and forth and sometimes in a
circular route. The visual brings
to me a yearning for summer,
where a sandy beach replaces
an icy road. Winter has its place
in the big picture, but most are
ready for the change. Spring
brings us to our knees in thanks
for our redemption. Christians,
Jews and others celebrate this
in their way, and pagan traditions
have become part of it just as
black ice has become part of
winter. We have to slow down
and take one day at a time and
think about what our goal is.
It will change as time changes,
and we should not disregard
our inclinations to do good,
especially for those who need
help in the world. Look around
in any direction and we can see
trouble that calls for our
intervention. Sometimes we
can physically help; other times
we help by giving money and
our prayers. The Father
knows about all the problems
and has given us free will.
He will never leave us in
situations where we cannot
overcome adversities. The tire
swings and the world keeps on
turning. We must keep active
in doing what we have been
taught to do. only then will
we find peace.
Stanski
March 29, 2023, ^
Steve Haarman 