Stressful, with a chance of snow

Ever had one of those weeks when you wish you could just hit rewind and start over? Well, I’m having one now. It’s Thursday; the week’s almost over, and I’m usually counting down to Friday by now. Today, I’d just like to have Monday over so that I could approach things a little differently. I’d take things a little more slowly. I’d make just one trip to the grocery store instead of four since Sunday afternoon. I’d find a way not to make my friend Josh mad at me on IM. I’d not eat as much junk at Student Ministry Publishing’s (my department’s) annual Week of Feasting and actually cook myself a real meal instead of a little this and that–none of which combines to make a healthy, balanced diet. I’d go to bed earlier. I’d get more work accomplished in the mornings when I’m at my best. I’d keep my graphic designer and technical specialist from tearing each other’s hair out. Maybe I’d spend a little more time petting Brian Rowland’s new puppy, Toby, who sang along at choir practice last night. I’d smile more, laugh out loud, and sing Christmas songs just for the heck of it. I’d sing a little louder along with the Bryan Adams’ song I heard over the loudspeakers during my fourth trip to the grocery store, then add a little dance step–just for kicks!

I guess what I’m saying is that this week hasn’t been the finest of my life. I’m tired; I’m stressed; I’m worried. Work is overwhelming; my Christmas shopping isn’t done; my house is dirty. There’s a chance of freezing rain, snow, or even sleet. And somehow, it just seems like the icing on the cake. But somewhere in the back of my mind, I know that this is just today, and God’s given it to me for some reason. So instead of dwelling on the fact that I feel terrible and have too much to do, I’m going to focus on the knowledge that I have today and I’m not going to waste it! Now, y’all–hold me accountable to that!