Thinking about Boston

        Having lived and worked in Boston, Massachusetts for over 20 years and having loved the city (we still do), can't help thinking especially much about the events of Monday.  How I would like to visit each one who was injured in the cruel bombings and hold their hand.  Simply hold their hand, and pour out love to them.  People all over the world, I know, are doing just this mentally, in their thoughts and prayers right now.

        In light of their being individuals in the world who wish others harm and are willing to act upon their evil motives, it seems to me more important than ever that we establish a sense of God's presence and direction before setting out these days.

       A friend sent me a bookmark several years ago with these words on it:  "God is with you, in everything you do."  It's from the Bible, Genesis 21:22 and it's something I try to keep in mind when I go out on errands or whatever.  It's comforting to realize that our loving, heavenly Father is never apart from us, that His care does surround; His loving arms are around all those we love, beside them always, above--not only those we greet, but those we may never meet.

        Just maybe these thoughts will bring comfort and peace of mind to someone reading this blog.