Article November 10, 1997 Issue

Weather, under control

Susan Mack

"El Nino," which translates as "the child" in Spanish, is the name of a weather pattern familiar to many people, especially those whose nations touch on the Pacific Ocean. Its impact is anything but childlike, however. And this year's El Nino is expected to be one of the worst, bringing drought, mudslides, floods, and other environmental effects.

This author's experiences provide ideas that will help anyone—whether in an affected area or not—pray more effectively about the influence of nature, especially nature that seems out of control.

Our youngest daughter had invited her whole first grade class and their families (about eighty people) to a hot dog roasting party with toasted marshmallows, horse rides, and songs around the campfire. Forty-five minutes before the guests were to arrive, however the sky was overcast and raindrops were beginning to sprinkle the lawn.

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