One of the “perks” of my job is the ability to work from just about anywhere. If I’m in the mood to sit at Starbucks, I head over for a coffee. If I need to zero in on something without any distractions, I hide away in my home office. And, if it’s a gorgeous Spring day and I know I should be outside, I can come to a place like where I am right now, tether my MacBook Pro to my iPhone, and work away, fully connected to the internet.
Today’s Office
It’s great. Of course, the some would suggest that it would be even better if I didn’t go online while sitting here. At this moment, while Scott Williams continues to send me boring emails (Scott: I told you I’d mention it), I tend to agree. The advantage of not being online is no more emails from him. But, then again, I wouldn’t be able to write this blog, share this experience with the rest of you, and access some of the files I need in order to work on the stuff I’m doing today.
It’s been an interesting few weeks for me. As many of you know, last week I focused most of my time on standing with my close friends, Doug & Kim Stringer after the loss of their 17 year old son, David. Words cannot really describe what that was like.
Now, as I sit here considering last week, I find myself wanting to hit the reset button. I want to take time to focus again on what’s important. Family, friends, loved ones, living out purpose, making a difference in the lives of those nearest to you. All of these things are vital. A lot of people want to know what God’s will is for their life. I think if you focus on these things, you’ll likely figure it out.
Earlier this week, I sent out a very simple tweet: “Dear God: Thank You.” I meant it. I still mean it. As I sit here, contemplating so many different things, it seems like those are the most fitting words to say. Thank you, God, that no matter what the day may bring, you are there. We don’t face it alone.
It’s an incredible thought. One that I was reminded of many times the past few weeks.
Now, time to enjoy more of this scenery.
