The day began differently than it ended. After struggling with allergies, I realized the fight had escalated. Now the asthma was worsening. But I would not give in. I awoke realizing how much work needed to be done today. My agenda was full.
Everything changed around noon. It became obvious that this battle had taken another turn. So I developed a strategy and adjusted my agenda. This day would not be surrendered to a mere battle with pollen and airways. Things changed again. By late afternoon, I was sitting in our doctor's office. My schedule, menu, goals and activities had come to a sudden halt. Now I was doing something totally unexpected and unplanned. Things were not going my way. Frustration crossed my mind.
Yet something else crossed my mind. Gratitude. Enormous gratitude. I reconsidered what had just happened. When I had a need that could not continue over the weekend, I was able to make a call, drive to the hospital and visit our incredible doctor and staff. Not only was the need addressed but kindness, concern, encouragement and even laughter were shared. I drove to the pharmacy where I was able to pick up several medications and many smiles, too.
Yes, my schedule changed. My agenda was adjusted. Projects were delayed. But people who cared and shared, when I needed them most, touched my life much deeper than anything I had planned for my day.
I began wondering. What a difference it would make if we were more aware, receptive and responsive to the lives of others! Although schedules may need changed, lives may actually be changed for eternity. We never know what a day will bring. Let's make a difference.♥~thl
"Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayers. Share with God's people who are in need. Practice hospitality." Romans 12: 10>13
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