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A roar sound in the distance.
The wind picks up.
I keep going, four, five six…
Suddenly a howling gale whips around the house. It pelts the tin roof with a sound like bullets. I slow; seven, eight…
CRASH! A coconut palm smashes to the floor, making me jump back in fright. The broom falls from my grasp as I stare open mouthed at the gaping hole in the roof. Something wet touches my foot. A fish is flapping on the floor, in a puddle of water rapidly rising. I stare back at it in horror. Rain pours in, blinding my eyes. Seawater, lightning, whirling winds and hail, they lash at me from every side. My heart pumps wildly. There is no escape.
The sky becomes dark as thick black clouds approach. Adrenalin kicks in, and I run. The walls keep me prisoner, but I see a gash through one and try to force my way through. I lose my footing, and realise, I’m stuck! I struggle, as the water rises higher I swallow a salty mouthful and splutter, coughing and crying for help. ‘Help me, please God, if you’re there’. I can see a wave of debris crashing my way, and I scream helplessly. Splash!
Then I wake up.
In my bed, at home, everything is peaceful. It was just a dream. I let my breath out and relax my tense shoulders. What a relief. My heart is still thumping like the beat of a dream. Slowly it returns to normal, and I smile.
It’s funny how little things like that make you appreciate life. I have a family and friends, and a God who loves me. With him, I can face anything.
I think its time to get up now.
Blessed are those who trust in the LORD and have made the LORD their hope and confidence. Jeremiah 17:7
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