Moments of Respite

After a reset day of sleep, practice, and a run, Andrew and I ventured to Bryant Park via Times Square.  There are so many New Yorks.  The calm river run of the day, the respite of being indoors, the crowded subway, the bright lights of Times Square, the loud music and sirens and horns, the fancy shop windows on 5th Avenue, the smells of roasted nuts, sewers, subway corners, meat skewers, and candy shops.  In the midst of all the noise and bustle we encountered a Mennonite choir within the Times Square subway station.  People pushed by, some stopped to take pictures.  They were visiting from many places, many denominations gathered to spread the word of God's love for those seeking it through singing.  It was a lovely respite, even for those of us not seeking.