Conversations with God

Hello God, it’s me, Mara: You know, Lord, occasionally humorous ‘things’ have a bit of logic; since some months have a few wacky holidays about food, this one seemed appropriate for August. Author unknown, titled: To a friend:

“How come you order rich desserts, while I feel I must be sensible? He laughed and said ‘I’m tasting all that is Possible. I try to eat the food I need, and do the things I should. But life’s so short, my friend, I hate missing out on something good.

This year I realized how old I was. (He grinned) I haven’t been this old before. So, before I die, I’ve got to try those things that for years I had ignored. I haven’t smelled all the flowers yet. There are too many trout streams I haven’t fished. There’re more fudge sundaes to wolf down and kites to be flown overhead. There are too many golf courses I haven’t played. I’ve not laughed at all the jokes. I’ve missed a lot of sporting events, potato chips, and cokes.

I want to wade again in water and feel ocean spray on my face. I want to sit in a country church once more and thank God for His grace. I want peanut butter every day spread on my morning toast. I want untimed long-distance calls to the folks I love the most.

I haven’t cried at all the movies yet, or walked in the morning rain. I need to feel the wind on my face. I want to be in love again. So, if I choose to have dessert, instead of having dinner, then should I die before nightfall, I’d say I died a winner, …because I missed out on nothing. I filled my heart’s desire. I had that final chocolate mousse before my life expired.’”

Thank You, Lord, for 2 Corinthians 12:9a “…My grace is sufficient for you…”

Love, Mara