This weekend we saw our share of storms. Friday night we were at the ball fields for Walker’s game when the sirens went off. It was scary. We had no idea that this storm was coming or how far off the storm was. As quickly as the sirens sounded the winds were on us. As I drove toward home I could see this wall of clouds off to our right. I don’t think I’ve seen anything quite like that before. I kept my thoughts to myself as we hurried down the road. So the kids wouldn’t be alarmed.
Today we saw and heard the same thing… More storms and sirens. My son was excited about it all too. As we watched the news we could see the storm moving toward us. He kept asking, “How much longer until the sirens go off?” Once the sirens sounded we headed for cover at my in-laws home. For awhile we stood outside and watched the clouds as we listened to the sirens. (He was very disappointed to find out we missed church tonight becuase of this storm!!)
Kind of strange but I have always liked stormy weather. It seems to draw family together for those few moments. The reality of life seems to come into view. I find myself very focused during a storm. The storm also breaks up the monotony of the day and adds a bit of excitement.
I was driving home this evening thinking about storms and wondering why I like them so much. I thought about how stormy my life seems to stay. I don’t like how the storm within my life feels. I’m ready for the sirens within to quit sounding. I’m ready for the voice to come over my heart and say, “The storm is over.”
Yet as I look over my thoughts about natural storms I see somewhat a correlation between natural storms and this storm that fills my life:
- It is an irritant to the family but ultimate draws us together as we seek shelter together.
- The importance of life.
- Brings focus and attention to the storm… the One who provides shelter from the storm.
Do I allow the storms into my life to intentionally bring these things into my life? If so – I’m an idiot! I’m so ready for this storm that seems to be disrupting my life to end. I’m ready for the rainbow… I’m ready for the sunshine… I’m ready to walk the white sandy beaches and listen to the peaceful sounds of the waves crashing on the beach. I’m ready for relief!!
