It is a Monday morning and guess what? It is raining here in Southeast Pennsylvania. Seems like we’ve had a lot of rain lately (and that is putting it mildly). While the rain is needed it does put a lot of things in question.
I have not finished cutting the grass from the weekend and it is growing. Add to that the weeding and other yard work that need to be done. We also bought a fire pit and have not been able to use it much lately. On top of this, my church has a mission week this week with a lot of outdoor projects that might need to be canceled. The rain is certainly causing a lot of problems for us.
Yet the rain does not have to bring us down totally. It is a gift – the rain enables the crops to grow, the rain provides water for us to drink, the rain is a gift. Even though it disrupts our plans, we do receive many benefits from the rain.
The same goes for other things that often challenge our work load. There are distractions, there are emergencies, there are many things that prevent us from getting the “to-do” list completed. But instead of just looking at our day filled with lists and distractions, jobs and projects, etc., what else is there?
This morning, I had breakfast with my wife. We had a moment to share, to dine together, and (as our custom) to pray with each other. We then showered, dressed and went our own ways, but I know that soon I will receive a nice text from her to brighten my day (and I already sent her one).
There will be dozens of other small blessings throughout my day as well, provided I take the time to notice them.
Your challenge for this week is to look at the small gifts you receive, the little blessings you may not notice. Write them down, begin a gratitude journal, or at least thank the universe for sending them your way.
May you have a week filled with unexpected joys.
Coach Bill
Reach Life Coaching 