Ready or not,,,
The dog days of summer have arrived. Heat—you can have it!
My husband Dave, among many others have said they prefer it over the cold. I get it—I don’t like cold either. My ideal temperatures are in the range of 70° to 75.° That narrows down here one may live.
Realtors say, “Location, location, location.”
Our son Jamie says, “Be snow birds!” Yeah, like we want two homes to maintain. No.
The best we can do is what this squirrel is doing—endure. We do, by taking turns. Dave is miserable in the winter, I, in the summer. This I will say, the current season we are in is minus Fred. I don’t want to write this too loud, in case he decides to return.
Fred is a cow bird that for the past three years has held us hostage in our home. I suspect he has met his demise, or he would be back this year too. Because he did not we have been able to open windows in the spring and let fresh air inside. It was wonderful! We look forward to the fall when the temperatures drop and we can again open up to let the breeze in.
It is important to keep in mind is that each day is a gift. Someone, somewhere Is enjoying a wonderful day, despite what the temperature may be. Every morning is a fresh opportunity to accomplish something or make life a little easier for someone else. Bringing a smile to another face is encouraging—that my life, and yours, can be meaningful to another.
Long ago, I interacted often with a bank teller, whom shall remain nameless because I cannot recall. Her facial features were on the harsh side, making her look angry much of the time. But when she smiled—oh my. What a transformation, it was beautiful sight to behold!
Maybe all of us could use a little transformation, be it attitude or whatever. Life is too short to remain miserable. Allow Jesus to make your day a little easier—he is a master at transformation.
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One Day Wonders with JBK 