"But It's Raining!"

This is from my iPhone notes dated June 30th, 2013 (almost two years ago). It has my observations about the comments some people made as Anne and I were about to begin our flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles: 

But It's Raining!

As Anne and I boarded our flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles, we heard people yet again complain that today, June 30th is a rainy day, rather than a day bathed in sunshine.

Once on board, someone complained the plane is too small ( a jet that seats 66 passengers) and someone else objected to it being "too cold."

In response to those who were bothered by the rain, I smiled and discussed how beautiful a city Vancouver is and the many interesting people there , there are to meet.

If I had been more direct, I could have referenced the many people who from illness or physical incapacitation cannot participate outdoors most days, rain or shine and would give almost anything for a pain free day. Rain would not be among their problems.

As for the people who complained about the plane being too small, my guess is they would gladly fly on a luxurious private corporate jet, a jet smaller than this one.

As for those who thought the plane was too cold , that problem went away after the plane took off and the heating kicked in.

Life will always have problems for that is its nature. But life can also be a beautiful experience if we seek happiness and adventure and allow ourselves to enjoy it, even if it is just one joyful moment at a time.

Dick