June 19, 2011
This weekend I've had the opportunity to take some time to just sit, relax and appreciate everything and everyone I have in my life, and it's something I need to do more.
As I was more or less confined to my couch this weekend due to a quick back procedure, I had limited views of the world. The view that got me thinking the most was that of the front window in my house. I can't tell you how many times I looked out that window and was just in awe of the colors that nature brings forth. I must look out that window 10 times a day, but never realized just how beautiful it was until it was the only window I could look out. The brilliance of the green leavs agains the bright blue background stopped me in my tracks more times than I could imagine.
The fact that I've got an entire flock of yellow-headed blackbirds on my birdfeeders relying on me for some nourishment got me thinking about the positive impact I can have on my surroundings. Again, something I took for granted.
Speaking for only myself, I tend to get caught up in the minutae of the day. Hopping from one problem or opportunity to the next. How can I strive to be better. A better husband, a better son, a better salesperson. I want to be the best with everything I do. Yet one thing I am far from the best in is appreciating what is around me.
This is something that I would definitely like to focus more of my attention on. I have spent years trying to learn as much as I can about my profession, and I think I've done a fine job learning and applying that knowledge to become one of the best in my field. I certainly want to maintain that. What I am looking for is balance.
I want to be the best Appreciation Technician I can be. Whether it's a work victory or a personal victory. A bird on my feeder or a beautiful sunset. I want to truly thank God for the absolute wonders that are around me every day.
I live a truly blessed life. I have a roof over my head, food in my belly and my wife and family are incredible. Everything I work hard on pays off huge dividends. I want to work hard on my appreciation skills. I know that the serenity gained will be a direct result of appreciation given.
