Yesterday, we were driving in Portland, when all of a sudden, cars came to a halt. The Morrison Bridge was lifting and there were droves of people jumping out of their vehicles looking over the sides of the bridge.
Isn't it funny how a small group of people can cause everyone else to follow suite? At times we are all like a bunch of sheep just following one another aimlessly.
I have to admit that I succumbed to the curiosity, so...with a little coaxing from Rob, I jumped out of the car and looked over the railing to see what the big fuss was all about. A guy standing near me asked what the big deal was all about...and said that he too, got out of his car because everyone else had.
Isn't it funny how a small group of people can cause everyone else to follow suite? At times we are all like a bunch of sheep just following one another aimlessly.
I have to admit that I succumbed to the curiosity, so...with a little coaxing from Rob, I jumped out of the car and looked over the railing to see what the big fuss was all about. A guy standing near me asked what the big deal was all about...and said that he too, got out of his car because everyone else had.
A sailboat was setting sail down the Willamette River. It was quite amusing to see how a fairly small boat could cause the city to stop in its tracks for several minutes.
It wasn't too long until it passed through safely and we were back on our way.
I hope you're having a pleasant weekend!
God, teach me lessons for living so I can stay the course.
Give me insight so I can do what you tell me—my whole life one long, obedient response.
Guide me down the road of your commandments;
I love traveling this freeway!
Give me a bent for your words of wisdom, and not for piling up loot.
Divert my eyes from toys and trinkets, invigorate me on the pilgrim way.
Affirm your promises to me—promises made to all who fear you.
Deflect the harsh words of my critics—but what you say is always so good.
See how hungry I am for your counsel;
preserve my life through your righteous ways!
Psalm 119:33-40 (The Message)
Give me insight so I can do what you tell me—my whole life one long, obedient response.
Guide me down the road of your commandments;
I love traveling this freeway!
Give me a bent for your words of wisdom, and not for piling up loot.
Divert my eyes from toys and trinkets, invigorate me on the pilgrim way.
Affirm your promises to me—promises made to all who fear you.
Deflect the harsh words of my critics—but what you say is always so good.
See how hungry I am for your counsel;
preserve my life through your righteous ways!
Psalm 119:33-40 (The Message)
Happy day!
hi-d
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4 comments:
I love that you put a preg. ticker at the top of your blog. :-)
I'm thinking that maybe the reason everyone was looking over the side of the bridge was because memories of the Rose Festival are still fresh in people's minds. So maybe everyone is still hoping to see one of those cool honkin' big ships again. ??? Just a thought.
Hope you have a good week!
hugs,
dawn
I wouldn't be able to control the urge to see what the fuss was about either.
Have a good day!
Oh...I had to delete my first post because of a serious typo which drives me crazy. :)
Dawn - I didn't go down to the waterfront during Rose Festival. Did you? It is fun seeing those big ships!
Susan - You're funny...I'm the same way about spelling. :)
Very true.
On a busy road if one just stops and looks up in the sky pointing at something, I am sure all will try to see what it is.
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