Photo and Commentary ©2024 by Darren Milam
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Do you agree with my title? I presume you do. Just think of what God has made for this world, and for us? The word “incredible,” as a descriptor, is an understatement.
I know I’ve mentioned it before, but I love the outdoors and specifically any opportunity to get out into nature and capture images. There are times when I intentionally get my camera gear ready, pack the car, and go to a predetermined location to see what I can find. There are even more times, when I am outside and an image presents itself, where I must quickly react with my phone camera. The image you see of the young buck definitely falls into the latter category.
While out walking in our neighborhood last week, I spotted something moving behind a small tree and then it ‘escaped’ behind me, revealing itself. As you can see in the first image, the light and the lens did their magic to capture our dear friend (pardon the pun) hovering above the pavement. All four legs in the air, not touching the planet. The second image provides a better view of this guy, trying to find a more peaceful location to munch on something green and not have to deal with cars, dogs, or pesky photographers.
John 1:3 (NIV):
“Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.”
God created that deer. He created the deer to have the ability to “air walk” and provided him with the instincts to move from danger. All that God created was intentional, with a purpose. In some cases, the purpose was to make US smile. To allow us a chance to take a break from the cares of the world and marvel at the very creation, He created. What’s amazing is, the creations we view on Earth will pale in comparison to the creations we see and interact with in Heaven. That day can’t come fast enough! Thank you God!