I just about met my maker last Saturday….
Lake Almanor, CA
Right there on Lake Almanor hill!
The day was brighter than most,
The breeze cooler,
The friends friendlier,
The excitement higher,
But as it turns out, my heart was fainter.
I couldn’t blame it. My heart had been little used last year due to the ill effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Not to mention being heartsick.
So I didn’t complain when it demanded I get off my bike. I dismounted until the wooziness passed.
Comrades!
When I finally rejoined my friends who were waiting at the top of the hill, they showed me the true meaning of “comrades.”
Knowing how strong cyclists like a physically challenging pace, I urged my companions on, reassuring them I would be fine, that I truly enjoy riding solo. Besides, it was their ride, too, and they should indulge in it fully.
Then I rode ahead, expecting them to pass in a fast-wheeling peloton.
I was wrong. They caught up and slowed to my pace, watching out for me as comrades do.
Mt. Lassen "peaking"
Michael smiling
We rode 37 miles that day, each person experiencing his or her own slice of Heaven.
Gayle smiling
Heaven!
For me, I was thankful I didn’t end up meeting my maker,
but was also thankful that I did end up meeting my maker’s heart.
Even if it looked suspiciously like jersey-clad comrades!
Aw! What a wonderful day. And what wonderful jersey-clad maker’s hearts!
Pamela
My Maker knows how to do wonderful!
How about yours? 🙂
Have a wonderful day!
Gayle
Breathtaking pictures, and once again words of compassion and passion. Think of you often. Love and Prayers, Sharon
Thank you Sharon. Lake Almanor is a short drive for you, and compassion and passion are right where you are!
Blessings, Gayle
Love the photos Gayle and so glad to have met you at Diane’s B-day party. Rock on sister! God’s not finished with you yet! Blessings, Debra Mitchell
Loved the photo’s Gayle and so happy to have met you at Diane’s b-day party. God is not finished with you yet, blessings. Debra
Hi Debra,
Thanks for visiting! I enjoyed meeting you the other night. God still has plans for all of us!
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Thank you for your kind words. Always makes a heart sing!
My heart is filled with love and encouragement for your heart. Your pace is just the right pace. Continue to let God and your heart lead the way.
Thanks for sharing your heartfelt story.
Love,
Deb
My heart is expanding just right when it’s not pounding! 🙂