I seek Thy aid, I ask direction,
Teach me to do what pleaseth Thee;I can bear toil, endure affliction,
Only Thy leadings let me see.
ANON.
The beginning of the year certainly has been hectic. We had a covid outbreak at work resulting in extra hours filling in for those out sick. The caravan sprung a leak and we were without a vehicle for almost 4 days. Thank heavens for my son and his help during that time. Let's not forget the unexpected financial cost that went into it. I have also had a few bouts with the head cold, flu and virus. Right at the end, the dishwasher broke and we spent another three days waiting on the repairman.
And then I turned 58 years old.
Yes, it has been quite a hectic start to the year, but honestly, it sure does make life more interesting. So, I have really been looking forward to this morning. A morning all to myself, among my favorite things and doing what I love. A little bit of crochet, some writing, ministry work and a good cup of coffee.
It's the little things that bring us so much pleasure. We may look upon others wishing we had this or that, but in the end, it's the insignificant things we long for. What is that for you? I hope that you know what that "something" truly is and that you can partake in it from time to time. Our soul thirsts for it.
Would you believe that I never know what I will write about until I sit down in front of my computer? It's true. I think that perhaps it has to do with the fact that when I sit down, I am completely relaxed. I set aside time for it. I give myself to the process. I don't try to whip something out in ten minutes as I frantically look at the clock. I savor the moment, because it is what I love to do.
Now, looking back on the month, I feel differently about all these "setbacks" that happened. What stands out over the rest? My birthday dinner at Osaki Hibachi Grill. The good time we had, the show that the chef put on and definitely the delicious meal. We tried saki for the first time and most likely the last, but we had a good time.
Even though, we did mourn the car issue and the cost it entailed, but when it came down to it, we can choose what to remember in the long run. Folks, life is way too short to dwell on all the negatives. Let's live life fully for Jesus didn't die on the Cross for us so we could be miserable. He died so we could live!
Have a blessed day everyone.
