And then it rained

This past weekend we had three staright days with rain. This may not sound like much but when it has been over 5 months since you have seen a drop it is miraculous.
Rain cleanses the earth providing new growth and generally leaving everything more beautiful and definitely happier. The rain gives a necessary respite from the heat and sun. It cools everything down and ushers in a newness much like the dawn.
Just like the rain, tears are the cleansing and renewing force of the spirit. When a soul goes too long without the relief of tears it ventures into the land off drought and trust me drought touches everything. The dirt gets everywhere in a season of drought and no matter how often you dust it is back before you have set down your rag. Drought and tears yet another way the nature shows the ebb and flow of life if we are merely willing to watch and emulate.  So great is our maker that He gave us examples so go have a good cry if it has been awhile...I promise it will feel better when you are finished even if there is thunder and lightening with those teardrops!