bumps
A major travel path to many frequented destinations in the city closest to the farm holds a few nuances. One in particular requires maneuvering one’s vehicle to the left to avoid a slightly sunken manhole cover that when driven over results in a disturbing bounce of the vehicle. Swerving to the right is not the best choice as there are often cars in that lane to turn right. The road was not designed that way nor did the utilities department overseeing the sewer construction design the cover to sink a few inches below the surface of the pavement. Both were designed to coexist as a virtual seamless entity, providing a safe path to and from any number of destinations. To the novice and inattentive traveler over that street the “dip” is an almost certain intruder along the journey. To one experienced with that route, the “dip” is avoidable. The human design is masterfully crafted to carry out its physical functions seamlessly. Often a dip, a pit, a bump, a crack, or a rut may appear. Most of us are fortunate enough have access to those who can diagnose and potentially repair one’s “malfunctioning” impediments and restore us to uninhibited travel along our life journey. When repair or replacement is not possible, one then has the option to “accommodate” that which might otherwise be impairment. Knowing the route one travels gives an opportunity to anticipate what may lie ahead. Being prepared for the journey can help make the travel smoother. As I have discovered the “pits” along the way, I have also discovered that diet, rest, exercise, and gratitude are my best resources as I navigate life’s path.