Success

I had to start rethinking my definition of success last night.  It's been a crazy busy week around our house & I got very little accomplished that was on my "to do" list.  That's not to say we didn't do anything, just not the things I'd had planned.  I like my list to consist of things I can point at, at the end of the day or week and say, "That's what I did today."  This week had almost NONE of those things, and so, as I looked around my house last night & thought about all the things happening this weekend, I was stressed & a little irritated with myself.  I was thinking, "I should have prepared more... been more diligent... worked longer..."

Shorty told me to relax, & reminded me of all the TIME I've spent this week with my people.  When you count all the visits & all the time trying to help my Crew with new projects, That's "what I've done this week".  It was just really hard for me to see for myself because I can't see it with my eyes!  So, after Shorty talked to me for a little bit, and pointed out what I couldn't see, I figured I need to reevaluate my definition of success...

My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you. Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man. Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD, and turn away from evil. It will be healing to your flesh and refreshment to your bones.
Proverbs 3:1-8