My wife is a great atmosphere setter….I think that is the best way to put it.

As part of setting a positive and uplifting mood and atmosphere in our home, she has placed some great plaques and pictures in prominent locations. There is one that I have really been drawn to these past few weeks…it is a plaque with the same title as the title of this blog…and here are the items on the list:

1. Sing
2. Smile at strangers
3. Keep listening
4. Notice kindness
5. Eat ice cream
6. Hope
7. Count your blessings
8. Laugh
9. Love
10. Love some more.

I/we have been in a “valley” season of our life…not something I have experienced very often…or to these depths…but the above list helps to put things in perspective. Not that the above is theologically correct or that it really is THE list…but rather as a re-focusing of what things in life really are important…such as my relationship with the Lord…my relationship with the best wife God could give….my relationship with my kids (they are really great)…ministry opportunities…serving others, and so on.

Thank you Lord for the seasons of life to bring clarity to who you made us to be.

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