Day 79

Day 79: Real Time
Day 3: 21 Day Complaint Free Journey


My day was free of complaints, a day of affirmation and peace.

I had lunch with a young woman I have known for quite some time, although we had lost touch for a number of years until recently. As a matter of fact, her mother called me a month or so ago and invited me to the graduation party planned for her daughter, apologizing for the late notice. She went on to say that they wanted me to be there, even though we hadn’t seen or spoken to each other for about 5 years.

Their diverse extended family is large, yet very close knit. The food at their house is unbelievable, but, more importantly of course, their sense of unity is remarkable. And she was graciously re-establishing that tie with me, pulling me back into their orbit. I was touched beyond words.

Events like this are often overlooked in our daily busy-ness. We get so involved rotating on our own axis that we spin out of touch with the people who offer us comfort and security in a world that is increasingly neither.

I am thankful for that unexpected phone call, and hope to keep this young woman and her family closer in the future.

Day 3.