Pathways

September 24Pathways,boardwalk,bluebonnet swamp

I am thankful for pathways. Pathways show us the way to get where we need or want to go. A path or a pathway is often very helpful and makes the going less cumbersome. Perhaps it is a road or path built by someone before you. They blazed the trail, so to speak. Or perhaps you are blazing your own trail and you are a pathfinder. The pathway is the one that you are  building. It is a much harder way but perhaps more rewarding. That's not to say using a standard pathway is a bad thing. I thank the engineers and builders that built our interstate highway system every time I have to travel distances. It is usually the fastest way to get somewhere. However, sometimes taking a less traveled road can take longer but can be more fun. 

As a biochemist, I am thankful too for metabolic pathways. These are sequences of enzymatic reactions in the body without which life would be impossible. When all is working well, these are highly controlled sequences which regulate every metabolic function of our bodies. When it gets out of kilter, our lives may be compromised.

Today's photo is of the boardwalk at the Bluebonnet Swamp in Baton Rouge. This lovely swamp is smack dab in the middle of town, with busy streets, offices, buildings, and houses surrounding it. It is a nice sanctuary from the rat race of daily living. This boardwalk leads you all around the nature trail. 

pathway

there must be a pathway

straight to your heart

but i’ve searched and searched

and done my part

well, not seeing path

i will blaze the trail

i will do whatever it takes

i will never fail.

© rt tulle