Wednesday November 11, 2009
In my lifetime I have witnessed a number of natural disasters. There have been hurricanes, wildfires, flooding, and a volcanic eruption. One of the things I remember the most about these disasters is how acute all of my senses became. Perhaps the potential danger sharpens the senses? Perhaps the immensity of Mother Nature in a fury is such an awe inspiring sight that our senses are challenged to record such grandeur? I don't know but many people have told me they never felt as alive and alert as when they faced a natural disaster.
But then the immediate threat passes and we returned to our normal state of diminished consciousness. This is dangerous because every natural disaster leaves behind some quiet seeds of destruction. The environment we reside in is violently disrupted when a huge force of nature hits it. There needs to be a time period where we exercise caution and observe our surroundings.
The water we fish, boat, swim, and walk beside can now have strong waves and unfamiliar currents. The land on which we stand and build our homes may have become unstable due to an internally shift deep beneath the surface. Even though Hurricane Ida has diminished in strength and is now primarily a rain maker we must still be careful. Remember that it is usually the quiet danger which can sneak up and catch you unprotected.
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