Day 21 - The Cavern

"Surprise me, God." And it's on with Sunday...

After a morning of worship with friends and family, I drove to Dallas to see my nephew, John, and his band. For the last year we've tried to see these guys perform - the timing has just never worked out. With family in town for Monday's "Jake Fest" and a late night return guaranteed, Krista opted to stay in Abilene. Me? I'm off to the music.

After a couple of hours on the road, I picked up a friend (Mike) in Fort Worth. Equipped with our MapQuest print-outs, we headed boldly to go where no one over the age of 30 should. "The Cavern" is located on lower Greenville in Dallas. Nice place, as clubs go on lower Greenville. When we arrived "The Stock Market Crash" was already unloading their gear for the night's gig. As I walked over one of them turned to me, asking "are you Uncle Joe?" What? I stick out in this crowd? No surprise there.

Big hugs from John were followed by a quick "catch-up" conversation - then it was back to work for the drummer. Mike and I entered "The Cavern" to find a good place to stand. No sighting of The Beatles.

The concert was great. Meeting the band was a pleasure. And seeing John in his element was priceless. So, how was my prayer, "Surprise me, God" answered today? In four very tired, road weary, bodies I saw joy and enthusiasm for their calling. May my joy and enthusiasm never be less.