Today was like meditation all day.  Driving through the Mojave Desert was calming for some reason.  While some may think it depressing to be surrounded by such a desolate area, I found it comforting.  As I looked around, I noticed all of the cactus and other life that somehow thrives in spite of the harsh conditions.  It reminded me that when I thought my life was over and the hardships were many, I not only lived to tell about it, I blossomed.  I guess God gives us all we need to survive and even to grow.  Here are some pictures from today.