The Renewal of Rain by Stacy Duplease of Stories by Stacy & Publishing by Stacy

Rain. The sound of the pitter patter brings such a serenity. A peace. A calm. A feeling of tranquility.

I could watch it for hours. It puts me in a contemplative state of mind and I'm forced to center myself. The beauty of it leaves me without choice. It's a symbol of renewal--and life afterward. Rain brings life.

For me, rain makes me want to hole myself up inside and not come out. Hence, even though I also want to curl up and read a book, that means it's very productive for me. I get a lot of writing and reading done, as I have today.

It also makes me reflective. Very reflective and contemplative.

What in my life needs to be washed? Cleansed? Washed away?

What in my life needs to be watered?

I need to take the opportunity to slow down for a day. To have rest. To have a Sabbath.

What in my life needs healing?

What in my life needs refreshment?

When I slow down, is it to bring me closer to God and give me time to pray?

What are your thoughts?

By Stacy Duplease
of Stories by Stacy & Publishing by Stacy