1001 Thoughts

Recently, a colleague/friend shared that at the end of the day I need to free my mind by reflecting and writing about 3 good things that occurred in the day. I've not been diligent (once again) in making time to capture the daily happenings in my life. So to get back on track I need to release and flee clutter in my brain, praying that 3 good thoughts a days will keep doctors, stress, and all else away--I can dream correct!?

So glad for a Monday Holiday that keeps us out from work...Coming off of a weekend of travel that opened a can of sinusitis, bronchitis, long delays & miserable sittings in airports, it was great to be home today. I relaxed, was lazy and made time to think. Even in the midst of feeling my worse as I landed in Newark, NJ to catch my connecting flight, I had to pause with awe at how awesome a world we have and the technology that grants us rare or "taken for granted" opportunities. All in one day I experienced Ohio, Indiana, New York and New Jersey...The site of the Statue of Liberty and the city of Manhattan brought warmth--wow...While there were kinks in my Valentine's Day, the warmth of God and His majesty still prevailed.

Healing for the sick...This past weekend one of my dearest friends went to the hospital. She suffers from sickle cell anemia and is my age. I can't stress what strength and breath of sunshine this chick is! She is the picture of health, full of life, and only a small community of people know she suffers with this horrible and deadly disease. When the first text came her condition was not good and she was being rushed to the hospital. The past couple of days have marked great signs of improvement. She is strong, loves the Lord, and has many praying for/with her. Additionally, another friend had a flare up with her disease. Again, I give God praise for obedience and taking time to rest and heal.

Simple Surface Delights...I love the seasonal series of The Bachelor/Bachelorette. Guilty Pleasure 101--not the first time I've admitted this though! LOL. The romantic side of me seems to give in to this show each season despite how corny or against the methods I may be with the whole concept. Somehow watching others go through the ups/downs and emotional roller coaster of love is endearing and comforting. I know there is someone else falling in love when I'm in my happy state of a relationship or crying from a broken heart much like I've done when those moments have hit...even in their confused states I seem to empathize or sympathize! Again, I know it is a bit extreme to become so attached to what is utterly so distant from my own life experiences, yet it becomes like those Hallmark commercials or movies that just capture, grip, and screw you into an absolute mess.

So, the delights of my day bring me to a close...I need these items to remember, take in and happily take me to that state that gives me the energy and passion of a new day and fresh start. Trying to love the journey that leads to a beautiful end...