We had a busy day…a busy, fun day. We had played and had
many adventures, and now we were heading to the park to see the animals. First,
of course, we had to stop by the tractor and sit on the seat and drive it for a
bit. Then we walked past the horses munching on their lunch of rich, green
grass. Next stop was the peacock barn. We sat on the chairs in front there for
a while, watching as one peacock with all white feathers was strutting around,
rustling them. He made us smile as he hopped back and forth, looking like
he was dancing.
After a while, we moved on to the chicken coop and listened
as they roamed around calling out greetings. Then it was on to the path toward
Turtle Pond. Shortly after crossing a bridge, Senna, my sweet granddaughter, stopped in the middle of
the path and simply stated, “Carry me.” Her almost 3 year old legs were tired,
and she knew without hesitation that I could and gladly would scoop her up into
my arms and carry her. As I picked her up and she wrapped her little arms
around me, I thought – this is what God does and wants to do for me. When I am
weary, all I need to do is say, “Carry me.” That’s what Jesus promises. “Come
to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew
11:28)
We saved Turtle Pond for another day and headed out for ice
cream instead. A perfect ending to a busy, beautiful, fun day.
~ Sarah (and Senna)
