Am feeling a bit tired this evening but I feel great after a lovely weekend which followed a brilliant week. On reflecting on the past week, I've identified a running theme... community.
At work this week I've really felt part of a team. I haven't felt that I needed to know or do everything but that my contribution has been useful and appreciated. And that I've appreciated other people. I'm reminded of 1 Corinthians:12 - about how the body is made up of many parts but they are all important to make the body work.
Yesterday I was invited to a street party in the road I moved away from 2 years ago. It was lovely to see my old neighbours and friends and spend time chatting and celebrating with them. Then this morning I joined other brave folk for an outdoor service to celebrate Love Marlow week and HM Queen's birthday. We got thoroughly drenched but our spirits really weren't dampened. I love the idea behind Love Marlow; concentrating the community for one week with the aim of rippling out throughout the year. The weekend was rounded off by more celebrations for Her Majesty in the form of a cream tea at St. Peter's.
A few weeks ago my overwhelming feeling right now would be tiredness. I'd almost certainly be feeling down because the good times were over and would be feeling an adrenaline slump. But not so much today. I haven't got my usual Sunday evening blues.
So what's changed? I honestly believe that my change in thinking is rubbing off. I have unconsciously found myself thinking more positively; I'd be interested to know if anyone has noticed a change in my behaviour / outlook.
Whatever it is, I'm feeling a contentment from time to time that I've rarely experienced. Problems don't feel insurmountable; they're still there but it's OK. I haven't felt as stressed. I'm sleeping better.
Long may it continue!
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