Take a Load Off

This hippo lives at Busch Gardens. I've watched them on TV as they stomp and splash into the water. Then they float around with only the eyes and visible.

I know...of course they float, they have plenty of extra fat. Seriously, you wouldn't think that would help them float, would you? Hmmmm, seems like I float well, too.

But I don't often see them under the water. Check this picture out. His feet aren't even touching the bottom.

As big as he is, his swimming is graceful. Looks like he is pointing his toes!

I think God wanted some part of them to be graceful. The water "takes a load off" and refreshes, I'm sure.

"Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2 (TNIV)

Lord, if somone heavy with burdens, may I help lighten his load.

photos:karenevans

What the Hay?

This elephant is walking around with a bunch of hay on her back. Does she know that? Maybe it's for a snack later, so she won't have to come back to the front of the pen? Or is it to keep the flies and bugs off?

I know,....the other elephant snuck up behind her and gently put it on her back while she was sleeping. Now she walks in front of the "hayed" elephant, so she can't see her snickering.

"Pile your troubles on God's shoulders--he'll carry your load, he'll help you out." Psalm 55:22 (Message)

Is my pile of hay obvious to others and not to me? What burden do I feel I need to keep close, for security, or because "I can handle it," instead of placing it on God's shoulders?

Father, help me shake off the hay and walk confidently next to you.

Photo:karenevans at Busch Gardens, FL