You Never Know

Weird week for me.  Toughest part about retirement is you spend a lot of time alone.  That time usually gets spent running errands, chores, and a lot of times just pondering random thoughts.

I was at a low point this week.  I'd done my FB duty and made my "happy wishes" to several people out there in FB land.  One replied "thank you, and I just love reading your blog posts!"  I thought wow.  This person finds enjoyment in reading something that I post.  She has never left a "like" or comment before.  You never know who is listening.

I had a heart to heart conversation with a young man this week.  He is a new parent.  Loves his new role that God has given him.  We talked a lot about all the indiscretions that he has experienced in his life.  While I told him that I did not agree with a lot of choices he has made, I do not judge him.  The judgements will come from those that are dearest to his heart.  He then tells me that while we are not very close, he has the utmost respect for me and my opinions.  I took a few steps back on that one.  You never know how things will turn out.

Tonight, a hometown friend is in surgery for a double lung transplant that she has been anxiously awaiting for,  for over a year and a half.  Then, at a drop of a hat, she gets the call.  Her time is now.  You never know when that call will come.

I just heard about the death of a friend.of mine.  He and his wife worked hard all their lives to put three boys through school and we're now reaching the point where they could slow down a bit and start enjoying the golden years.  The wife is still working two jobs.  My friend just passed away at the hospital.   You never know when God will make that call.

Strange week indeed.  Sleep has been a little difficult.  Hopefully my sleeping patterns will improve.  I never know what is around the corner for me, but I'm gonna try to slep a little harder, knowing i can leave  my.worries with somebody with bigger hands.