Tuesday afternoon a storm passed through southern Cal. With it came a heavy down pour and power gusty winds. As suddenly as it started, the rain stopped, though the skies remained somewhat clear for the rest of the day. The next day, the blinding sun rose once again into the ever so blue sky and dried the landscape. When something in my environment can help me understand life, I think it's good. I think about the times when I'm tired of hiding my imperfections and putting on a happy face. I'm sure everyone gets to this point once in awhile. I think about the rain. It's such a good thing, nourishing, cleansing; but you know, it's messy too. I notice the downed power lines, the fallen trees, and the debris stuck in the gutters after a good rain. But at the same time, there's a freshness in the air,

Life is like this. Every so often I need to be purified. It's not always a clean process, but in the end I feel so much better. The process is different for everyone. I like to write and talk with friends and pray.

Tuesday I began the day with a headache, then the rain came. Wednesday I woke up happy and feeling new. Today I feel just as good. It's good, but what's important, is that I allowed myself to look ugly for a while, to let down my guard, to ask for help. Thank You to My Creator!

Welcome to My Universe,

Kevin