The Adventures of Arnold A. Airplane
Arnold's First Flight
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Over ridges and bridges and rivers and streams,
flying higher and higher on his strong little wings.
He was feeling so good he thought he would try
loops and rolls and punch holes in the sky.
He remembered what Mom said, but thought,
"She's not along."
"The sky is so clear what on earth could go wrong?"
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This is the first in a series featuring the adventures of Arnold A. Airplane. It was inspired by the birth of my grandson Jace.
I had the pleasure of taking care of Jace for about three hours one day. The last thirty minutes or so, he was asleep in my arms. As I was holding him and just looking down into his little face, my heart filled with a love I had not felt in many years. I then tried to analyze why I love him so much, since he wasn't doing anything. He was just there! So I just drank in the moments, wishing that feeling of pure love would last forever.
I then thought about God's relationship with me. I have always thought I needed to perform, to be doing something for Him to make sure He will love me. But, as impossible as it seems, He loves me even more than I love Jace, and when He looks at me, His heart fills with love too. I don't need to give Him a reason to love me; He just does! All I need do is desire to be near Him.
Thank you, my Father , for showing me You love me in the same way I love Jace and for sending Your Son to die for me so that I may experience your perfect love.
About the Author
Bill Slentz is a retired businessman and has been married to Karen for over fifty-one years. They have two children and eight grandchildren ranging in age from twenty-six to one year. The family is very close and strong in its faith in Christ and devotion to the church.
Bill is a private pilot.