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Our family was at Pike
Place Market in Seattle a few weeks back.
Down on the waterfront there’s a 175 foot Ferris wheel that not only delivers
an awesome view of the city, but it was designed to go over the water. The adjacent building houses a rococo carousel that whirls to tinkling
music and bright lights. Twizzling past
in a flurry, faces were a blur of grins.
“What goes up must come
down. Spinnin’ wheel got to go ‘round…” drums
the 1969 Blood, Sweat and Tears song.
They were one of my picks, back in the day; still are now that I think
about it. The ode goes on to express
that talking about your trouble is a sin, so you might as well ride that
painted pony and let the wheel spin.
Our days go up, down and
spin around just like the tinted circus animals on the carousel. The merry-go-round has a mechanism that winds
it into motion. The thing that triggers
us is our passion.
Passion is a burst of
barely controllable emotion. It’s a
strong feeling of enthusiasm; fiery affection; compelling and a driving
influence. Passion is a good thing. It helps us to work for something and love
deeply. In a single word: intensity.
What has captivated me with
intensity? That’s a decent question to
ask . Am I just mesmerized by the lights
and tinkling music of the carousel? Or
have I stepped off the ride and started walking to something?
This week is Holy Week; the
week of Jesus’ passion. The word is also
defined as suffering or affliction. Egad,
that puts a new spin on the spinnin’ wheel.
We are Jesus’ passion and winding force.
His immense, fiery affection compelled Him with intensity to experience
anguish for us.
“Talkin' 'bout your
troubles it's a cryin' sin.” Live in the
passion He has for you. Your days will
be a twizzle of intensity on the carousel.
“Someone is waiting just
for you…”
Missy
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One of my favorite movies is “A Good Year,” starring Russell Crowe. It’s a fun little romp through the South of France, filled with wine, romance and very poignant moments of clarity. Max, is a driven, pompous business man who is willing to use, abuse and finagle his way to the top, and then gloat. He is never satisfied with his accomplishments. "Good morning, lab rats,” indicates his ‘tude. Fanny, on the other hand, is a bicycle wielding, passionate woman. She is suspicious, short-tempered and very jealous, yet content with her way of life; minding the business of others. The storyline is obvious: opposites attract, love blooms and then blows up. Reflecting on the vast difference in their existences, this dialogue is uttered: Max: This place does not suit my life. Fanny: No Max, it’s your life that does not suit this place. Makes me wonder how many times I have said no to things because it didn’t fit into my prec...
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