Day 2,911

Growth:

While the final result is what is seen, the unobserved process is often more powerful. The words in my blog are the finished product, but the ongoing thoughts and reflections focused on gratitude throughout the day are truly the most appreciated part of this process. My joy isn’t derived from each post, rather from process and shift of mindset needed to compose it.

Appreciation:

What a day! From La Crosse to Prairie du Chien to La Crosse to Sparta (through torrential rain and hail) to La Crosse to Winona to La Crosse. Joyful reasons for each. Smiles had at each. Memories created at each. They were the bricks which built the day.

I’m also grateful for the mortar that filled in the cracks. Driving through the Driftless. Stopping at the apple orchard. Being smothered by puppy snuggles. Road trip conversations with Becky. Time of quiet contemplation and reflection. Laughs with Gavin. Snuggling with Becky.

The bricks shaped the day in a positive way, the mortar held the joy together.

Presence:

Three moments that stick out today.

• The split second in which both the back hatch if the car close and automatically lock AND I realize my keys are still inside the car. What a centering moment that is!
• The wedding party taking pic with a picturesque sunset behind them AFTER having to push the wedding ceremony back by an hour and a half due to rain.
• Experiencing the joy of a friend living one of their passions. Their smile will not be forgotten.

Thanks!!!