Fall is beautiful. The trees are full of color. The geese are flying overhead. The bluebirds are flocking to make the trip south. It is wonderful to experience fall in Michigan.
A friend recently went to a local apple orchard to pick a variety of apples. The apples were taken home and made into a couple of fresh apple pies. The friend stopped by our house with one of the apple pies. We cut the fresh apple pie and served it with ice cream. We enjoyed conversation with each other. It really was a lovely evening. At the end of the day, we were happy.
The Good Book tells us “There is nothing better for a man than to eat and drink and tell himself that his labor is good. This also I have seen that it is from the hand of God.” (Ecclesiastes 2:24).
God made our soul to be satisfied in the life we are living. St. Augustin said, “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.” When was the last time you told yourself that it was a good meal? When was the last time you told yourself you were happy with your work? When was the last time you told yourself you feel fortunate to have the friends you have? When was the last time you enjoyed being with friends?
Fall is an enjoyable time to take a little breather and find some soul satisfaction.
Chaplain Jeff Meyers
