Okay, so the history geek in me can't let today go by without a quick mention of Pearl Harbor Day. The anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor was today (December 7, 1941) and it became an important turning point in the Second World War.
Just thought you all should know how much of a history geek I really am!
Sunday, December 07, 2008
Snowstorms, Work, and other mini-rants.
It's dumping snow here.
And in a couple hours I have to drive across the entire city, to get in a friend's vehicle, and drive out into the country (on absolutely terrible roads) to attend an office Christmas party that I never wanted to go to in the first place.
Office politics drive me crazy. I'm going to a party, with a bunch of people (with a couple exceptions) that I don't want to spend social time with, on a Sunday night, in a blizzard, because I felt obligated, and because the politics in my office dictate that it would look bad if my bosses' staff didn't show up.
Sigh. Such a production for an evening that will be less than enjoyable.
And in a couple hours I have to drive across the entire city, to get in a friend's vehicle, and drive out into the country (on absolutely terrible roads) to attend an office Christmas party that I never wanted to go to in the first place.
Office politics drive me crazy. I'm going to a party, with a bunch of people (with a couple exceptions) that I don't want to spend social time with, on a Sunday night, in a blizzard, because I felt obligated, and because the politics in my office dictate that it would look bad if my bosses' staff didn't show up.
Sigh. Such a production for an evening that will be less than enjoyable.
Almost Over
I'm nearly at the end of a commitment I've made. A period of time set aside specifically to pray and fast and wait. There are 3 hours left. I'm glad I've done it, but I'll be glad when it draws to a close as well.
When it ends, I'll still be committed to praying and waiting. I'll actually still be doing a fast of sorts. So, in that way, I guess not too much will change.
But it's been a unique few days, and I'm glad for them in a way. I'm glad for the slowing down and the focus that this time demanded. I'm glad for the draw to focus and pray for some of those I love deeply.
And yet, I'll be glad that it is drawing to a close.
I'm praying still for a change of season. A shift to come. I pray that it draws closer and comes quickly.
When it ends, I'll still be committed to praying and waiting. I'll actually still be doing a fast of sorts. So, in that way, I guess not too much will change.
But it's been a unique few days, and I'm glad for them in a way. I'm glad for the slowing down and the focus that this time demanded. I'm glad for the draw to focus and pray for some of those I love deeply.
And yet, I'll be glad that it is drawing to a close.
I'm praying still for a change of season. A shift to come. I pray that it draws closer and comes quickly.
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