Sometimes you don't have to go very far to be on vacation.  I had two out of town trips planned that had to be put on hold.  But today I was carried away from decisions and responsibilities for a few hours while kayaking on Lake Zorinsky.  Even though it's only a few miles from home, it was as energizing as a mountain climb or a walk on a beach..  My heart is filled with gratefulness that I was able to get in and out of the kayak with ease.

God added his special touch to the afternoon.  He is a God that delights to delight us.  As I came out of the marshes, there were two herons on the sandbar.  One stayed put so I could get a few pictures of the moment.  What a glorious vacation!  What a glorious creator!