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Saturday in So Cal was overcast - we call it June gloom (even when it isn’t June - what do you want, we’re nuts, remember). So the family packed it in, dog and all, and headed east to the mountains (about 15 miles away). Being further inland the overcast was starting to burn off when we got there. We stopped and took pictures at different spots. Got out and went down to a creek (the boy stepped in it, shoe and all of course). It was really pleasant.
Well we decided to take a winding road back for the scenery. As we were driving, I saw this tree that had burned and really wanted a photo of it. As I was out of the car, I heard the roar of motorcycles. Looking ahead a couple turns I saw four bikes racing toward me. I got set and took a several shots as they rounded the corner. I was pretty excited – I am not usually in a place for an action shot, and this one just appeared out of nowhere.
The whole thing got me thinking about life in general, and I saw two parallels to this event. First, life is largely about being ready in the right place at the right time. It isn’t just the events. You have to be prepared - even if you don’t know what, if anything, is coming around the turn. But if you’re ready, you might catch the right shot.
The other point is that sometimes, being in the right place at the right time may be an opportunity in a supporting role or as a witness. I suspect there are more than a few men like me who enjoy being the main character. Sometimes, we are there for other people’s actions.
I think God is asking us to be ready. Do what we are call to do now, yes, but also prepare - be ready. What for? I’m not sure, but I bet it will be worthwhile.
