Well, here I am!
Long time no write!
It has been just about a month since my last blog post, so welcome back!
I hope life is treating you well and that you were able to enjoy some sunshine, fireworks, and picnic food this past weekend during the holiday.
I was able to enjoy all three of those things in copious amounts that left me feeling rejuvenated!
I don’t have a real theme for my writing this week, so my apologies.
I’m just letting the words flow as they come to me.
The shit storm of news that continues to flood our daily lives is literally draining.
And honestly, draining is an understatement.
This past week, I learned about an updated medical diagnosis for a very close coworker of mine that hit me a lot harder than expected emotionally.
So much so that I had to leave work early to just travel home and cry in private.
It has shifted a lot of my mindset (even more so than it already was) to one of extreme gratitude and truly enjoy every single moment.
Everything that I was complaining about, stressing about, or becoming fixated on means nothing anymore.
The boys who I compare myself to because I don’t think I’m good looking enough…
No longer matters.
Customers who make me crazy…
No longer matter.
How much money is in the bank account for the future…
No longer matters.
This individual who was given this not so good news this past week is one that is so positive, extremely optimistic, and commited to faith and prayer.
The emotions have come in waves this week and I imagine they will continue to do so, but if you are reading this, I can tell you that my coworker (Mel) and her family could use your good thoughts, prayers, and positive vibes.
Please and thank you.
Honestly, I don’t have many words for you this week because my emotions are still on a roller coaster.
I hope that all of you will take time to say “I love you” to someone in your life.
I hope that all of you will take time to appreciate every single moment of your life.
I hope that all of you will take time to stop and smell the roses of the simple joys of the world around you.
Sprinkle sunshine always,
JP!
Mr. Sunshine Smiles 