Two Cups of Tea at Hope’s Cafe
Wednesday I woke up, went directly to my email to print off the Bible study lesson for the afternoon study group, only to see a message: “You are denied access to your email.” Of all the problems I have encountered over the years with my computer, that was a new one to me. It took awhile to correct that but by that time we were due to have breakfast. I opened the refrigerator to retrieve some eggs and discovered a milk carton had leaked all over the frig. I cleaned that up and began to crack some eggs to scramble. The last egg was overly eager to get out of its shell and spilled its contents all over the counter. By this time, I was beginning to feel persecuted. Apparently, it was just going to be “one of those days.”
I am not sure what kicked in, but I reminded myself that there were plenty of people who would much prefer the little problems I was facing that morning to the ones they were dealing with. And then I realized I had been “awful-izing.” Poor me! My day is off to such an awful start! I stopped to give thanks for the day. I repeated a little mantra I seek to use daily, preferably as soon as I open my eyes: “Good morning, God. This is the day that you have made. Help me to rejoice and give thanks in it.” When I remember to do it, it really helps set the tone for my day.
There have been more frustrating episodes this week. But when I think about it, there have been some equally lovely experiences. So where do I put the “spotlight” on my life? The frustrations, the irritations, the obstacles I encounter? Or all the good that comes my way? My choice!
“The same boiling water that softens the potato, hardens the egg. It’s about what you’re made of, not the circumstances.” — Brainy Quotes
The invitation is open to share “two cups of tea” anytime at Hope’s Café, or anywhere you share companionship and conversation.
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