So what’s the delay…

Have you ever crawled in bed in the evening and wondered where in the world your day went? Happens to me more than I like to think. The man in my life says I generate several lists daily…he seems to know when I’m doing it…how can I be so transparent without even opening my mouth?

I have numerous ways to generate and keep lists. Today’s mobile technology and apps really help keep me generate to-do’s. I love the Geo-fencing capabilities of being reminded of something when 

Something usually prevents me from checking all the items off my list….there are interruptions…I get sidetracked…I am putting out fires(family or work), a friend need help…my grandson runs a fever and needs to be picked up. I think it is called Life Happens…

Several weeks ago, I was so busy that I left the house only to return and as I opened the door, I knew something was terribly wrong as I smelled an oder……and then saw the exploded hard boiled egg everywhere. Thank goodness the house didn’t burn down…the cleanup definitely delayed my list.

For me…out of sight is out of mind. I think I will remember…but somehow I get busy being busy and forget. Do you ever put too much on your list? Maybe that is the delay in my writing lately…I have so much to do that one of the things I enjoy the most gets pushed down my list…

I must admit that there are times when I am just too tired to think and compose…writing isn’t always like water rolling of a duck’s back. I often wonder if I really have something interesting to say or communicate. I will get a good idea…like last week about being a mother…and miss the opportunity as I came up with the idea the day after Mother’s Day!

I will always be a list maker…but I think I will try to cut myself some slack when my list isn’t checked off at the end of the day. It might be interesting to add what I have done that wasn’t on my list to see how God has reordered my steps for the day…that might be an interesting story to share in a few weeks.

Today’s Tip…Trust God to order your day whether at home or at work. I will let you know what I discover. Have a blessed day not being in charge!

#writing #todolist #delays #focus #life #quiettime #God #listmaker

Unhinged during the holiday season?

Last night, I got out my trusty computer and looked up vegetable and dessert recipes…yin and yang. I am more of a yang person myself, but we all know you don’t get dessert unless you eat your vegetables!

Do you ever get into a holiday frenzy? My children would say that I do…they tell me to slow down…calm down…sit down so I don’t have a melt down! ….apparently I may not be as calm as I thought.

So why all the frenzy…the dinner is always on the table….adult beverages are available…laughter often abounds…isn’t that what the holiday is all about? As I packed my bag this morning, I thought about all that I needed to do…what will I tackle first…second…third the moment I step off the plane this evening…I am afraid I won’t be ready…so what!  Dinner can begin a little late…my sweet daughter and daughter-in-law are always around to help…good company is something I miss because I am seldom home so this year I am going to TRY to de-stress!

My thoughts sounded well and good this morning….fast forward to arriving at the airport this afternoon only to receive an tweet from Delta that my commuter flight had mechanical problems

and would be delayed….20 min…50 min…120….180 min…now my connecting flight is gone…three hours later the back up flight is gone…

I’m steamed as my plans are all out the window…I have just arrived in Atlanta 3 hours late and waiting on the last plane. I was blessed that someone drop out so I could get a seat! Me in a frenzy…of course….I can not lie because my daughter will read this blog and she heard it all in my voice when we talked tonight!

All I could do was find the closest Sky Club with an adult beverage

Today I learned that when you want to turn over a new leaf…expect the unexpected to test your attitude….I failed the test, but tomorrow is another day….an I plan to make the best of it and love my life and all that comes with it.

I am so thankful for my friends, my family, my job and my life…as trying as it gets sometimes. God is good….I live in a free country…I have the ability to speak freely and attend my church. How many around this world can do all these things?

God bless you all on Thursday…let us always remember the principles that this country was founded on and be thankful that we have privileges that many do not enjoy. Eat well…laugh loud….and relax!

#missedconnections #delays #unhinged #stress #calm #frenzy #Thankful #family #Travel