Right as Rain

Am I going to write about something that is not related to the weather?

Right now, it is stupendous weather outside. Beautiful evening sun shining through green trees onto green grass, a cool breeze rolling by.

This sort of weather refreshes me. It reminds me of that feeling that we may have sometimes had where we feel that everything is right in the world, everything is as it should be. Of course, there are many things that could be better, but the point of the feeling that this weather induces in me is that it doesn't matter what occurs around me, I am still happy. Interesting that this emotion is caused by what is happening around me, but nevertheless, it is a very enjoyable mood or emotion to have.

I know life will be hard. I will always be busy. I seek challenges if I'm not challenged enough, and so I know I'll never really have an easy go at it. I may fail at some important things. I may succeed only in the smallest degree in my efforts. But I will press on anyway knowing that I am doing what is right, and doing my best at it. Success and results are nice. Praise is nice. But now, I think I am getting more at the heart of this feeling. I am simply uncovering the underlying peace that I receive from the Gospel of Christ. The storm may rage about, and I may stress and worry as I try to work in spite of it. But despite the stress, I am calm and at peace, which enables me to continue doing what I need to do despite hardships.

This is somewhat significant now, but I know I have much more difficult tasks ahead of me. But I don't fear the trouble. I don't fear the possible failure. Indeed, it is difficult to feel fear when peace has its hold, even when there is much to fear. And so I move on into whatever storm may be, prepared to do what I must do, and win or lose, stand tall knowing I've done all.