Foundation

This picture stirs so much within me, and I can't seem to put my feelings into words....but I am going to try. These trees seem to go against all odds of survival. It is known that trees need to establish their roots deep in the ground to help them stand against all types of weather trauma. The thought that all the roots are exposed seems to make these trees open for abuse and possible extinction. But they are still standing tall and growing despite their open, exposed root system. They have remained in place without bending or falling even when they are exposed to the floods, winds and storms that show themselves often in the Indiana summer storm tracks. Maybe what I sense when I look at this picture it knowing that these trees are still being used and enjoyed despite they have gone against nature's set of rules. As it is in my life, I've made choices that have exposed some of my roots of my beliefs and understanding of life, and yet I can still be useful and produce many beautiful options even though I've gone against some of the most basic fundamental teachings of God. He still loves me and hasn't given up on me.....and even though some of my "roots" have been exposed to the public, he still continues to love and cherish me as His own.