August 21 Thunder, Tickling and Job

Last night we stayed in a motel instead of a nearby state park because thunderstorms were predicted, with the potential of severe weather.  We are thankful we did as a thunderstorm with heavy rain arrived during the evening along with a severe thunderstorm warning.  We were in the lobby when the rain hit and someone who only lives 1 1/2 hours farther east came in to get a room as they were sick of driving in the heavy rain.  We also got more thunder and rain in the early morning hours.
Since our daughter and family had planned a trip to the east coast and due to our route change that put us closer to their route, we had planned to meet up as they traveled.  They arrived during the night so today we got to share a meal and a short hike at the nearly state park. This was a "storybook trail" with a page of a book posted every so far along the trail.  Ironically, the book was "When the Storm Comes."  
There was also tickle time and making rock buildings with our grandsons.  We also watched their church service on-line together.  The message was on Job and how God is with us all the time even though there are many times when what is happening doesn't make sense to us.   
We are staying at this hotel for a 2nd night.  There is more rain and thunderstorms predicted for tonight, and it has been raining on and off since 4 pm.   

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