Today we kayaked 5 miles on the Salt River in Tonto National Forest (which is a forest of Saguaro Cacti). I can’t even begin to describe how impressive these Saguaro Cacti are. First of all, they’re everywhere! They grow like weeds here, but each one actually costs thousands of dollars and they’re hundreds of years old! Jimbo says each one looks like it has its own personality, which is true. They’re so cool! I could go on & on about the cactus. (Can you tell I’m totally enamored with them?)
I was super excited about this kayak trip because I heard that sometimes people see wild horses along the river. But, about halfway into the trip I was beginning to think we weren’t going to see any horses. I was a little disappointed because the whole reason we came to Mesa was to see the horses. Then, all of a sudden, there they were! I couldn’t believe my eyes. Not one, or two, but five horses were standing in the river drinking water. It was absolutely beautiful!
I think I’m starting to see a theme here. First, just when I thought I wasn’t going to find the pillow cases, I find a store full of them! Then, today, just as I was thinking we weren’t going to see horses, there they were! It’s like God is telling me, “See, just when you think I’m not going to show up, not only do I show up, but I show off!” Wow! Help me to remember that, Lord, whenever I’m feeling discouraged or disappointed...You might be just about to surprise me!