Sometimes you have to get away from it all, for a bit of space and silence. As I mentioned in our Growing Leaders Course on Monday, my Rule of Life includes going for a run. For me, it is not just the natural high of the endorphin rush, but a chance to clear the mind and get closer to God in his creation, even in these darker and damper days of autumn. Having encouraged others to explore their shadow sides, I decided to reflect with my mood in a bit of poetry, inspired by a 10 mile run around Burnham Beeches:
Running through the forest in rain,
Grounded to earth of ancient paths.
Gradient, traction, each step placed
With pace, breathing and heartbeat fast.
Leaf canopy, oxygen tent:
In a bubble, a womb all mine.
Now fully alive, heightened sense,
Alive to fragrance: fern and pine.
Invisible wind of spirit blows
Confetti of sycamore seeds:
Potential for a whole new wood
Abundant grace for those in need.
I do exactly the same on my mountain bike along the River Rhine.
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