This is the sad state of my writing/administration office. While our clinic is waiting for a new building, I’ve borrowed a spot from the local college for the tasks that can’t be done in the noisy, shared space of our modular unit. It is perfectly quiet and conducive to working. But, I haven’t taken time to settle it yet. I just moved in and started writing.
So …
This is how I cope. Note that when I sit at just the right angle, the lovelies on my desktop completely hide the clutter. I’ve trained my eye to focus on the cup, not the chaos.
I handle the craziness of life in much the same way. Daughter seeing a surgeon today about a possible cancer recurrence? Pray for that, then focus on the book signing we have coming up on Saturday.
This technique works well for me. It is one way I keep my eternal optimism in a world filled with wars and rumors of wars, as the Bible says.
What works for you?
I love that you have all the pretties arranged on your desk to hide the mess! My desk is in our bedroom, pushed up against the sliding door that leads to the back yard. So I have my back to everything that would pull me away from my goal.
Praying for you all today and so glad Hastings is having you back! What an honor!
Thank you, Lori, for your prayers and good words.
Eternal optimist. Yep, that’s how I would describe you. Ever ready to plant seeds of potential blooms in our sagging spirits, I count you as a spiritual gardener on this earth, as well as a dear friend. Thank you for speaking at the Ladies’ Luncheon last Saturday. I can still see your smile and hear your voice. Your honesty and godly perception is appreciated, Kathy.
Thanks so much, Vicki. I had a wonderful time and felt like I was just hanging with friends.
I love Vicki’s analogy of spiritual gardener. Perfect!