"I Saw God Today"

The past two days have been filled with joy and tranquility, especially after the "terrible-no-good-very-bad-week." Our friends, Rob & Sarah, arrived Sunday. Sarah & I grew up together in the Quaker faith, and ventured to Mexico on mission trips in our teenage years. As Sarah's mom put it over the phone, we could sit in a room and stare at each other and still be assured a fun day! It's so good to have a lifelong friend like her. 

After last night's Vegas blitz of seeing casinos and hotels, today was relaxing and full of wonderful foods...especially the pie at Joe's! It was full of conversations and walking and exploring. There really is nothing better!

On my way home this evening, I heard the George Strait song, "I Saw God Today." It reminded me that God is with us always, even though we do not see Him or even feel Him. He is in the little things...sharing a cup of coffee with a friend, enjoying a poolside chat or even sitting peacefully without having to say a word. And He is in the big things...even when you hear bad news at the doctors office or   plans don't go quite as you thought they would. He is everywhere, standing by with loving, comforting arms when needed and celebrating with us in moments of happiness. 

Today I am thankful that I saw God today, in the form of my friend Sarah and in a well-deserved quiet, peaceful day.