Peace beyond our understanding
Rabaul - photo Zena Grant-Thomson “Bye, Robyn!” I called as she headed out to work. “Have a good day,” she replied. "I'm planning to go and look at the Chinese shops, and have a walk around near the water," I told her. The joys of holidays! I combed my damp hair, ready for the day. I was having a relaxing holiday in Rabaul with Robyn, after my year’s teaching on New Ireland. Suddenly I was enveloped in strong, tangible peace. I stood still to enjoy it. The heavy tropical air was moist and hot but I no longer noticed it pressing on my skin. All I could feel was this wonderful peace. This must be the peace that passes all understanding the Bible mentions, I thought . I felt so calm. So strong. If I always felt like this, I could do anything , I thought . I could cope with anything at all. My thoughts were interrupted by the screech of tyres in the driveway. Footsteps clattered up the s