You can really learn a lot about people by watching them deal with stress, or plan for a trip... my friend Laura is amused by the way I HAVE to get on the airplane as soon as I can - I just like to get settled, in my seat and all situated - guess I don't like a lot of surprises... my father, ever the be-prepared navy man, likes to check on things like tire pressure, adequate room in the car for luggage (pre-packing the car the night before is preferred) and the weather.. so he has e-mailed all of us this important bit o' info:
There are no tropical storms in the Atlantic or Caribbean. The forecast on Saturday for San Juan is temps in the mid-80s with a 30% chance of showers. Pretty much the same forecast for St. Thomas on Sunday.
In the WWJD-vein, how did Jesus prepare for trips? Well, before His big trip back Home He had quite a week - the Palm Sunday Triumphal Entry, teaching, and then the Last Supper, and spent His last night praying with His 3 best friends close by (ok, they fell asleep, but they were there).. I'm not seeing where Jesus was worried about packing, or the weather or if the donkey was up for the trip.. what He was interested in was relationships - people... a good reminder to focus on people - they are what's important, they are eternal, they can't be replaced....
but I'm still going to double-check my packing list -I can't calm the seas if it gets bumpy, so being able to pull the windbreaker on will be handy!! (and what's the point of getting all dressed up for formal night if you don't have your sparkley earrings or hair straightener, or should the hair be fluffy with curls?? hmm.. better pack both!)
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