The Uncertainty of Life

Of course I kept watching the news about Ike and being thankful I didn't live in the path of that horrific storm. Everyone touched by Ike has had their lives completely changed from what they'd expected.

The folks who took the commuter train from Los Angeles had an unexpected turn in their lives--and for some it was the end--when they were hit head-on by a freight train.

We just never know what is in store for us. Despite that we keep on dreaming and planning for our future.

Last week we set out for Crescent City for a book event. I know what I hoped for--but in this case it turned out far better than what I even dreamed. On our way home we took a different route--supposed to be shorter, but wasn't--but were able to see things we hadn't seen for many years such as Mt. Shasta (a quiet volcano) and Crater Lake. We also found two little hold in the wall cafes, one where we ate breakfast, the other our supper, and the food and prices were wonderful.

I'm not sure what the point of this essay is except that we never know what will happen in our future--whether we have to face a huge disaster, a small alteration in our plans, or have a wonderful surprise that exceeds our expectations, in most cases we do what we have to do and move on. When what happens is better than what we hoped for, it's time to rejoice.

Life does have its ups and downs.

My next adventure is flying to St. Louis and then driving to Taylorville IL for a writers conference where I'll be one of the instructors. I have no great expectations except that I'll be seeing a part of the country new to me.

Marilyn
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