A few weeks ago, seven of us explored a new place, where three rivers merge into one, and there are two main pools of water to swim in. The water is like glass since we could see the bottom when standing on a rock above the pool. The water has a mild temperature, and the bottom consists of soft sand, the kind that feels so good when twist in turn and your feet become covered. The pools are surrounded by dark green trees, some of which are bigger than any I have seen so far. We all climbed up rocks and jumped into the river’s water. We kept our eyes open when we dove deep into the pools so we could see colorful fish dart from one rock to another. We all slowed down so we could float and feel the strength of the river pull us. And on the shore we rested.
On a personal note: I walked
up stream and sat in a small pool. I sat with my back against a rock so I could
watch the clear water rush towards me and see sun’s rays splash on the surface
and colorful rocks that surround me. My purpose was to be alone and pray. I prayed
to thank God for another day, for the minute in time, the present moment, and for
introducing me to a new world, a speck on a map, a remote village filled with
friendly people living in quaint houses. I prayed even more and praised Him for
all He created. I looked all around and told Him aloud everything is His and
the only reason I am there, witnessing the beauty of the outdoors, is because
of Him. I thought about a verse I had read recently, Revelation 4:11, “…For You
created all things, And by your will they exist and created.” So as I sat there
in the swirling tub of water, I prayed and prayed some more, and looked all
around me at the vibrant colors of the trees, rocks, clouds, and sky.
