After the Rain

This was Roger's job. Driving was always Roger's job. He never let me take over for him - never suggested it. I'm pretty sure I offered, but probably not sincerely.

Eh-lahn-eh.  (phonetic spelling for Atlanta) - Ah, one of my favorite cities. I love I-75 through downtown. I loved it more when Roger drove it.

Life throws you these curves and you either have to give into - "I can't do that" or you have to put on your big girl britches and just do it.

Thank goodness for a friend who was willing to go along for the ride. Thank goodness she was not scared for me to drive! She was willing, but I stayed determined that I could do this thing.

I did find that there is a difference between being able to do a thing and enjoying doing a thing though! These days, driving to Oviedo is more than I care to do too often, so driving to Atlanta - that was a big undertaking.

I think Roger would have been proud of me!

Sometimes it rains. Rain can make me sad if I let it, or it can remind me of the sunny days and make me appreciate them even more.

I don't particularly like driving in it, but we survived rainy I-75 through downtown Atlanta.
And sunny days, lots of creativity, and a wonderful visit with siblings and cousins followed.

Roger's Lesson:
In order to get to a desired destination, generally you have to go through some tough stuff to get there. But, you are always glad when the destination was as delightful as your anticipation. 

Yes, I know this journey of mine, though sad at times, will lead me to new growth and I know my final destination will be more amazing than I can even imagine.

And I know that he is experiencing it now.