Musings at Altitude

(1) 60 degree temperatures in winter

(2) answered prayers

(3) unexpected contract opportunities

(4) Fellowship Friday

(5) a call from a friend I’ve known for 30 years

(6) a family conference call

(7) a web cam session with the daughter and granddaughter

(8) seeing my 14 year old go to school in jammies

(9) weekend dinners with friends

(10) listening to the testimonies of others

(11) seeing new life in 3D

(12) feeling the excitement of a new job offer

(13) watching the light bulbs come on, for me and my team

(14) sending a thank you note

(15) getting a thank you

(16) a call from the boss

(17) a note from a friend

(18) a referral that resulted in something special

(19) an email with thanks from a customer

(20) a hug from new friends

(21) a hug from old friends

(22) a call from a “slimy sales guy”

(23) a call from a sincere partner

(24) exerts from a good book

(25) a quiet night of hockey with the family (ok – hockey night is never really quiet)

(26) a reminder of the truth of a favorite Bible verse

And so many more.  Amidst all the challenges, all the chaos, all the anxiety, and all the uncertainty, reasons to smile are everywhere.

Nehemiah 8:10 says, “Go and enjoy choice foods and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared.  This day is sacred to our Lord.  Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”

I feel strong this morning!