Workation July 2016
Sigh.
One of the nice things about "office job" is the opportunity for a change of scenery. While most of the time on these scenery jaunts in filled with work related tasks and social interactions, there are occasional "sabbatical moments."
En route this morning I was greatly disappointed to discover I had a middle seat on the plane. I most always look forward to a nap on the plane because 1) the drive into the Metro makes me sleepy 2) it helps pass the time. As I tried to sit small-ly between my seatmates I closed my eyes and cried inside lamenting how deeply tired I was and how I longed to sleep. Middle-seat slipping seldom works for me due to the tipping factor -- I will inevitably tip into a seatmate -- terribly embarrassing. Short story made too long, I am so thankful to say that I some how managed to nicely doze for nearly the entire flight - and I don't believe I cross over any personal boundaries nor made any odd sleeping sounds or sights! God is good and gracious...
Although I did miss the first ever-so-speedy-hardly-paused-for-passengers hotel shuttle bus, the next one came along in 30 minutes (I have had experiences where they don't come back only to learn after calling the hotel that the drivers shift was now complete.)
What a bright sultry day in Washington, DC! Already I have met people here to attend the Saturday event and have shared some of the tour guide knowledge, which was enthusiastically received - how fun!
After dropping my bag in my room I thought a walk was in order after sitting all day. So me and all 94 degrees when for a walk to a CVS in pursuit of a bag of almonds (protein for three days) and an ice coffee (birthday "coupon" from Starbucks).
The walk was maybe five blocks, yet so very liberating to my mind and soul. It's hard to put my finger on why...being outside...walking somewhere...having nothing else to really do but go walk for some almonds. It was a lovely time of "just being with Jesus" -- I'm sure I chatted more than listened but it was one of those moments that reminds me of CS Lewis's "joy." The light just seems a little brighter, the warmth a little deeper, the colors a little more vibrant, and the soul a little more alive. If there is nothing else in the next three days but that hour, it has been good.
Yet, I am anticipating more! I will be looking for more! What do I need to hear? What do I need to see? Who do I need to encourage? or serve? I want to be at the right place at the right time in the right frame of mind and heart,,,yikes! I'll have to put the porcupine quills away!
One of the nice things about "office job" is the opportunity for a change of scenery. While most of the time on these scenery jaunts in filled with work related tasks and social interactions, there are occasional "sabbatical moments."En route this morning I was greatly disappointed to discover I had a middle seat on the plane. I most always look forward to a nap on the plane because 1) the drive into the Metro makes me sleepy 2) it helps pass the time. As I tried to sit small-ly between my seatmates I closed my eyes and cried inside lamenting how deeply tired I was and how I longed to sleep. Middle-seat slipping seldom works for me due to the tipping factor -- I will inevitably tip into a seatmate -- terribly embarrassing. Short story made too long, I am so thankful to say that I some how managed to nicely doze for nearly the entire flight - and I don't believe I cross over any personal boundaries nor made any odd sleeping sounds or sights! God is good and gracious...
Although I did miss the first ever-so-speedy-hardly-paused-for-passengers hotel shuttle bus, the next one came along in 30 minutes (I have had experiences where they don't come back only to learn after calling the hotel that the drivers shift was now complete.)
What a bright sultry day in Washington, DC! Already I have met people here to attend the Saturday event and have shared some of the tour guide knowledge, which was enthusiastically received - how fun!
After dropping my bag in my room I thought a walk was in order after sitting all day. So me and all 94 degrees when for a walk to a CVS in pursuit of a bag of almonds (protein for three days) and an ice coffee (birthday "coupon" from Starbucks).
The walk was maybe five blocks, yet so very liberating to my mind and soul. It's hard to put my finger on why...being outside...walking somewhere...having nothing else to really do but go walk for some almonds. It was a lovely time of "just being with Jesus" -- I'm sure I chatted more than listened but it was one of those moments that reminds me of CS Lewis's "joy." The light just seems a little brighter, the warmth a little deeper, the colors a little more vibrant, and the soul a little more alive. If there is nothing else in the next three days but that hour, it has been good.
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