The Earth groaned
Waking me from
A deep sleep
Is that thunder?
Growing stronger
And louder with
Each passing minute
Until windowpanes
Began to rattle
And floors shook-
Yet, we were
Motionless
Waiting for the ground
To stop moving
Listening
For the rumbling
To fade away
Realizing there was
Nothing else to do
As is often the case-
Life’s unexpected circumstances–
Sometimes
The best solution
Is to be still…
We know all about tornadoes in Oklahoma. There are sirens and weather reports. But earthquakes? They provide no warning.
Friday evening, we experienced a 5.1 earthquake. No physical damage, just a little jarring.
A reminder that grasping for control does no good. A life lesson I continue to learn.
”Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed…”
Isaiah 54:10 NIV
Piano Girl 
Kelley! Oh my goodness,…yes, I knew about tornadoes, but no earthquakes. What a jarring experience indeed. As always, your words beautifully share the experience. Even if scary! I love your words, “A reminder that grasping for control does no good.” Yes, Lord, I’ve given it all up to you. Once, visiting my eldest son at the Air Force base in Fairbanks, we experienced an earthquake. I’ll not forget it. But it wasn’t as strong as what you felt, I’m certain. God bless you, my friend. Much love and prayers. 💛🙏 today I will visit my family and each morning, especially on Sundays, I pray for you and yours (and your sweet Momma).
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Thankful you are spending time with family. 💛 Much love and prayers.
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I thought of you so much today. Thank you, dear friend. Please take care! Love and prayers always! 💛
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Yes, continuous learning. Glad all is well with you!
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Thank you, Mary. 😊
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Glad it did no damage. Scary and startling I’m sure!
Great lesson. And dating
Hugs
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Thank you, Louise. 😊 Definitely startling.
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