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How was your Sunday? I get the feeling that this day may become a red letter day for me, in the future. Time will tell. I slept well last night, for
more than eight hours. That's not common for me.
I met with friends briefly, had a lovely conversation with a neighbor, got groceries (thankful for the rack on my bike), and met with my friend of thirty-five years, Stuart, at 3:00 p.m.
We went to the Blue Danube coffee house and visited. Stuart surprised me with an unexpected gift----an attachable bag that fits behind the seat of my bike, perfect for holding my wallet. He was with me when I lost my wallet while riding the other week. I guess it traumatized him, too. :->
It's been great seeing more of him lately. And, no, it's not because he gave me a gift. There's something to be said about friends we've known for quite awhile. There's a comfort I find with those who've seen me through many seasons of life.
My Gratitudes for Sunday:
1. I feel rested. I'm thankful for my good health and the warm memories I have of yesterday.
2. I'm happy---Stuart's thoughtful gift lifted my spirits, and they were in a pretty good place to begin with.
3. Tomorrow, I look forward to contacting several people who are interested in my services. I have thirty-seven people that I need to call. I'll call ten of them.
4. Soon, I'll have a date with a woman I've met recently. That's will be interesting. What is most important is her character. Will she be a good listener? That is an important quality in any relationship I have. Normally, if I'm not careful, I do all the listening. Soon enough, I'll find out. I'll keep you posted. :->
How About You?
What are your three gratitudes for today?
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4 comments:
How thoughtful of Stuart to do that! It's truly wonderful to see just how thoughtful people can be sometimes.
Today I am Grateful for;
1. An answer to prayer about how to position a sensitive matter that needs to be addressed with a superior at work tomorrow; standing up to a sometimes emotional bully with grace, dignity and firmness.
2. Being able to process a high-strung chef-clients anger with me, by taking care of myself via a much-needed, delicious, late lunch burger, some accidental-thus-free fries, and robust lap-swimming, jacuzzi and steam at the gym.
3. Reminding two sons and their friend of an important boundary of mine, which they sincerely took to heart, respected and honored.
4. Realizing I'd already done my homework last week, that is due tomorrow evening! Like finding a surprise $20 bill in your Levi's!
Keith,
I agree with you. I consider receiving an unexpected gift as a kiss from God, letting me me know, in a tangible way, God's ongoing love for me.
I hope your Thanksgiving was all you wished for it to be. Have a great weekend!
Carl,
How did the answer to your prayer regarding your boss come about? You have my curiosity.
Are you feeling stronger, as you share your needs/boundaries with others? What happened within you, when you observed your sons and their friend honoring your values?
Thank you for regularly dropping by. I appreciate it when you brighten this inn with your gratitudes!
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