Ugh! Wednesday

It's been one heck of a day. We were all up early and half of us were out the door by Seven o'clock (the other half left at nine). I was off to a Cisco dog and pony show while my daughter was off to the beach on a field trip to the Oregon Coast Aquarium. The other kids headed off to school and my wife to work, leaving our cat and watch dog at home until later in the afternoon.

My trek began with three bus rides and a brisk walk to the hotel where my training seminar was being held. It was a good seminar, showing me the latest advances in some of Cisco's networking families of products. I think everyone involved in technology should attend one of these types of things each year, to catch up on the advances made, that you wouldn't normally see in your daily work. It was informative, but overwhelming. I was ready to head home at 3:45PM.

After walking to the nearest bus stop, I watched as the bus drove past; I simply didn't make the bus in time. So, I walked all the way back to work, if only to touch base and check in before leaving for the day. After chatting with my boss for a few minutes, a coworker whom was off shift offered me a ride home. Shortly after 5 o'clock, I was home. At last the rest of my family came home and we learned about the various animals at the beach and had a family dinner. After some after-dinner drama, we ended up putting the kids to bed and calling it an early night. Here we sit.

I'm not sure of what the rest of evening holds for me and my wife, but I'm happy that we're facing a couple of hours of downtime. I know I've said this before, but it's important to remember to rest. As for me, I think I'll try to cuddle up with my bride and see if she'll reciprocate the affection tonight. Life's been beating us up lately (me mentally and she physically) and we're feeling a bit estranged. I pray she draws near to me instead of rejecting me.

One thing for sure is that when we need Him, God is always there and will never reject us when we're feeling sad, lonely, etc.

James 4:8 (New International Version)

Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.

Good Night