River Runs through it

The river features in our life every second day or so. We go and jump in to escape the heat and the doldrums of our lives...break it up if you know what I mean. Reminds me of the eclectic mix of the greater community. It refreshes my spirit being in the natural bushland looking out into the expanse of water. I get joy watching the kids splash freely there. On of the few times we are all there as a family lately having fun has been in the river.  The current runs swift beckoning another place to uncover further down. Must drift along with it one day. I also felt alone there left with my thoughts and it was good for me. So close to my home and such escape.

Teenagers treat it as their 'cool' meeting place. Where are the parents ?

I felt sad we were not all together at one river location today. Reminded me of the discord, resentment built up against me. Some things I can't fix and I resort to praying and staying out of their way hoping their heart will change eventually.

For all my error and that of those around me I find security knowing that every details in our lives for God is worked into something good. (Romans 8 verse 28). So God can work through my stuff -ups and mend the broken.

This photo is Ashfield riverside


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