Big Top

I went to the circus tonight with some friends. It was so amazing to experience. The animals, the music, the tumbling, the lights and all the phenomenal acts.

My favorite animal act was the white tigers. I loved wild cats as a teenager. I had my whole room decorated with tigers, lions and panthers. My favorite wild cat has always been the white tiger. Being able to see the white tiger up close (from a safe distance) performing different tasks and tricks was such a thrill.

My favorite act were the two strong men. Together they weighed in over 600 pounds. The tricks they performed blew my mind! They lifted each other up, they held each other on their shoulders and with their hands, they twirled each other around on their waist! It was such a breath taking sight to see.

While sitting in the stands, I tried to remember when was the last time I went to a circus. It was six years ago with my mom and my dad.

My mom was sick and one of the things she wanted to do was go to the circus. She had seen signs and advertisement all over town. She had her mind set on getting herself there. Sure enough, we made a family outing of it. We bought drinks, treats and souvenirs. It was a nice family outing.

I'm glad that I can look back at both these memories and find them 'happy.'

Welcome Home

In the middle of worship I felt lead to kneel. I went to my knees, bowed my head and folded my hands in my lap. Kneeling I started to worship the Lord. I could feel His presence.

I continued to sing. "Majesty. Majesty."

I could sense the Lord in front of me. He smiled at me and said "Welcome home. Even for a moment."

I stopped moving and singing and sat in his presence. I then sensed that that the Lord placed His hand on my forehead and said "Go. Be free. Be free." I could feel things fleeing from me. I felt freer. I sensed darkness melting off me. "Go. Go. Go!" As the Lord repeated the words 'go' I felt more free, my body became limp and I felt at peace.

I could feel the Spirit moving through me and cleaning house. Once the Lord was done, He kneeled in front of me and hugged me. "Welcome home. Welcome home."