INSPIRASUNS

I mentioned yesterday in this little blog that I was traveling for work. I think you all also know that I work from home, as does our team. We are all located in different states and cities and like the members of our association, we come together just a couple of times a year. Most of our work is done virtually, so it’s always wonderful to get together in person and catch up.

Well, a few of us from our team are together to finalize some details for our 2024 conference next September. Yes, we are only three months away from THIS year’s conference, and we’re already putting some final touches on 2024, OY, where does the time go! Sorry, that’s a topic for another blog.

We all grabbed dinner together last night and it was just nice to catch up with everyone. Yes, we talk almost every day on the phone, and we see each other on monthly Zoom calls, but the actual being together physically makes such a difference. We played remember when of some past conferences, told stories of past jobs we’d held, got caught up on kids and pets, and laughed a lot!

Today we’ll put our heads together and iron out some important details. Like most people, we work better when we can brainstorm and collaborate in person. We’ll toss spaghetti at the wall, do a lot of “what if’s” and nail down a solid plan.

We as human beings are meant to be together, we are built to interact with others. While I don’t have the time this morning to do all the research, I’m pretty certain I can find the data that shows that individuals who socialize, interact and spend time with others are happier and healthier. I truly believe that one of the most important parts of our work for Father is to connect with His children wherever we are. That togetherness brings so many opportunities to share His love to share his compassion.

There are so many of God’s children in this world who are alone, there are so many opportunities to help them feel a connection. The Veteran in a VA hospital with no family, the senior citizen in an assisted living facility with family far away, the widow or widower who lives next door, are just a few examples of opportunities to connect. We can provide that sense of togetherness, help someone feel not alone, and in the process show them that they are never alone, Father is always there.

This morning I guess I’ve been thinking about how fortunate I am to have a loving family and a community of dear friends, some of who I think of as family. I know many don’t have this, and it’s those that I want to help where I can. Thanks for listening this morning, my friends. I hope if the opportunity presents itself, you’ll sit with someone who needs a connection. Call a friend who may be alone. Write a card to a neighbor who may be struggling. Stay connected, be together, and share a little of Father’s love when you do.

Have a great day my friends 🙂 .

Psalm 34:3
Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together!