National Parks: Relationships

After a busy week, I journeyed to Sequoia and King's Canyon National Parks. If you have been following my blog, you know time alone in God's creation gets my thoughts rolling. This past year I have been able to enjoy many National Parks. I have be struck several times by how similar the extent one experiences a National Park is to relationships with people.

National Park are often HUGE. Most have a "main attraction" so to speak. This is the area where most  people will be. It can usually be seen in a long day.  One can also go for hikes past what is recommended  for a day. This will allow you to see some more with less people. Often only a few other people will be seen. If you live near one or can go often, one can explore many trails far into the back country and rarely see other people. Even still, there will be areas left unexplored

Likewise with relationships, there are different levels of knowledge. Often spending an afternoon or long day with someone will reveal highlights of their character, life, and some interests/hobbies. Sometimes, there is an instant connection and the first day develops a strong bond of friendship. With more time spent developing a friendship, secrets are revealed, character traits good and bad surface, and a strong love can develop. Only few people get this privilege. Even so, I have head of couples who have been married for year occasionally say they have not heard a particular story before. There will be areas of a person that grow, develop, and change that will be new.

I look forward to learning more about God's creation in people and nature.