My Decision

Today was rather, umm, crappy.

I woke up late for work (was almost 1.5 hours late, actually).
Ran into extra duties at nearly every stop.
Noticed rude & careless & ignorant drivers all day long (narrowly avoided at least 2 accidents).
I called regarding an ad for a position I'd read in the paper - but the contact was not in his office. The woman who answered the phone said she would try to locate him, and have him return my call, but I have yet to hear from anyone.
Had my father call me (though I did leave him a voicemail the other day). I chose not to answer, let it go to my voicemail, and have not yet listened to the message.
Now I am wasting time in front of my computer, not having any ambition to accomplish any house duties, fix my computer, or go to bed.

Due to undisclosed event(s) of this week, however, I have managed to stay in a reasonably good mood. I've been able to take notice of the good things, such as getting a free lunch today (my employer's birthday was yesterday, so he bought GIANT burgers - as in 8"(20cm) across), hearing a bunch of nice songs on the radio, getting a ride home with several heavy items (I would have walked, but he insisted). I'm able to get through the bad stuff, think back to the bright spot, and move on.

I know that much of this life is "mind over matter", and that God gives us what we need, and so often even what we ask for. I'm sure it came from Him - and I keep thanking Him. I think I have finally turned the page, and I am excited!

THANK YOU!!! :D :D :D

Smiling Anyway

I had a wonderful, albeit long-overdue chat with my good friend last night.
We only talked for a little over two hours, but it was good :)
Still needing to work at Lee Beverage, I walked outside to find my car wouldn't start - perhaps due to the rain, but I suspect the head gasket is cracked.
Can you imagine? Two in the morning, and I have to ride my bike over!
Like that wasn't enough, the bicycle tires were flat, so I pumped 'em up.
Do you think that's enough yet?
You guessed it, I could NOT find the bike lock key, so I walked both to Lee Beverage, and to Twig's!
This is the second day in a row with only 3 hours' sleep, yet it's been wonderful!

Longing

So while cleaning up my spam folder, I noticed a message from Riversongs titled "You have an Ecard from a Neighbor" or some such nonsense. I'd never heard of Riversongs before, so I loaded their site to see if it was real.

While browsing the thousands (or close) of cards they offer, I happened upon this one (I have a thing for teddy bears).

It's very sweet, and though it's probably intended for couples who are temporarily apart, I looked at it from (my) single (& optimistic) point of view - that although we have not met yet, God has chosen someone for me and someday we will meet.
So tonight, I'll say another prayer, and wish upon a star for the day when we won't be lonely any more.