I took a lunch cruise and after lunch I sat at the bow of the boat. At the bow, I lost my breathe. Then, I just breathed the calm of the cool air in. 
I realized it is something that I sometimes take for granted. I can’t imagine what those who lost loved ones in the hurricanes are feeling right now. I can’t imagine what those who lost loved ones in Las Vegas are feeling right now. I can’t imagine what those who lost their homes in California may be feeling right now. At this time all I can do is breathe, pray, and pray again.
I have no idea what is on the horizon for my family and I. I have no idea what is on the horizon for my friends and my country. Even in the unknown I sat at the bow, I looked out and I saw that God is still in control. Even when things seem in disarray, God is still in control.
His word says in Isiah 43:2, “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.”
I am believing in God’s word and will continue to look to the horizon.
As I embark upon this next journey in my daughter’s life, I have been trying to share with her my experiences as a new driver. I remember what it felt like when I first got behind the wheel. I remember vividly the smell of the old cars we practiced in for range. I remember the torn seats and heavy doors that would not close unless you slammed them shut. I remember pressing my foot on the gas to take my first merge onto the expressway.
Now that I remember, I wonder if my mother was the nervous parent? Did she break out in a cold sweat or felt nauseated as I put the car in to drive. That is me today! The nervous and nauseated parent while trying to offer encouragement by saying, “good job”.
Enduring Expressions 