Day 3,339

Growth:

One of my favorite thought leaders shared advice he’d received from a mentor which had a dramatically positive impact on his life…

Don’t make one hundred small decisions when only one will do the trick.

Pause, consider the route issue, and solve it once rather than through a series of small decisions. Simplify the issue, solve it once.

Appreciation:

This morning Father Dodge shared a beautiful homily based on an experience on a silent retreat a handful of years ago. The story is his to tell, not mine so I’ll just share my thoughts. In the story I felt so close to Dad and was reminded of so many instances when I swear I can still feel his presence.

Love is eternal, it is the on ed thing which will survive everything. What as reminder in these times to focus on love over anger, on love over envy, on love over fear. Love is the true answer, and it will always be.

Presence:

In helping Gavin with his Eagle Scout project we went to the trail he’s making signs and benches for. We looked for the best locations for benches while also attempting to identify tree species for signs. Walking in the woods always brings a serene state of presence, but the search for specifics really focused me even more. Doing it with my family made it all the better!

Thanks!!!