We discovered a significant leak in two of our windows a week ago. Strong rain with strong wind made it very evident that our south facing windows need some significant repair. Unfortunately the management has not repaired them during the last week. The window sill and walls need to be really dry before repairs and we get just enough rain each day or at night to keep things moist. So they have a valid excuse for procrastination. But if we get another strong windy rain from the south, we will be soaking up the water with towels.
Last night I needed to take a short, 75 cent taxi ride to a meeting. I flagged a taxi, got in and told him where I needed to go. He immediately said $2.50. He did not want to charge the meter price because he knew it was a short ride. Fortunately I knew the right price, suggested $1, but he would not budge. I smiled, said goodbye and got out. Caught the next taxi. I am glad it wasn't raining.
I think of these incidents and I remember how often in my life I have said "Just wait" or "No" to God. Sometimes I've felt I had a legitimate excuse. Sometimes I simply did not want to do what I knew I should do. How stupid for a creature like me to disagree with and disobey the One who made me and loves me.
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise." Psalm 111:10
Last night I needed to take a short, 75 cent taxi ride to a meeting. I flagged a taxi, got in and told him where I needed to go. He immediately said $2.50. He did not want to charge the meter price because he knew it was a short ride. Fortunately I knew the right price, suggested $1, but he would not budge. I smiled, said goodbye and got out. Caught the next taxi. I am glad it wasn't raining.
I think of these incidents and I remember how often in my life I have said "Just wait" or "No" to God. Sometimes I've felt I had a legitimate excuse. Sometimes I simply did not want to do what I knew I should do. How stupid for a creature like me to disagree with and disobey the One who made me and loves me.
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise." Psalm 111:10
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