The dream jobs of the world are those in which one gets to do what they love for work. I have such a job. Everyday I get in my car and go places and see people that I love. Sometimes it's to do some particular task for a staff member- and sometimes it's to handle a need. And there are times when I get to spend time with a lady or friend that I feel so privileged to know that I am able to do this because of the wonderful position I have been put in. So my car takes me to yet another appointment steadily and safely. And on my various travels daily, I walk through many hallways to get to people or places.
I am reminded going from place to place that one doesn't just appear into rooms. But rather one must walk down corridors and long stretches of space to get to the next arena expected. At the end of every hallway there is a room. Hallways have purpose and bring closure from the last room. How am I doing leaving the rooms of the past in the past and moving down hallways of time into the next position I am called upon to experience. Every hallway has memories - I remember this marble statue clearly and how excited I was the day it was donated to our ministry. 'Slow down..... and enjoy the art for just a moment'.
I must check on my classroom for class and make sure all is in order for my students. My marriage class will meet tonight and learn about starting a new generation in their family - one in which they want to protect their children and build a strong marriage regardless of past histories of their personal families. The decisions that will be made in my classroom may determine the security of the children of these families. So walking from the doorway into this beautiful classroom is an important walk. 'Slow down ....... a marriage may be hanging in the balance tonight, make sure you greet each one with a open smile to know they can talk to you if need be.'
Coming down from the upstairs I guide my feet toward the foyer of the Community Center. I never know who may be standing in this grand space hoping to see me. So my steps can't be hurried although I feel to accomplish all I need to today - I must fly. 'Slow down ..... take measured steps of grace .... someone might be in need in here'.
Walking down the length of the Display Hallway I am reminded of the many people and events that my husband and I have experienced. And knowing that these historical meetings between us and important people hopefully has helped hurting humanity. Seeing my husband and I standing with President Bush in a picture, reminds me to pray for him and his family. 'slow down ..... someone needs that prayer you are praying right now'.
Greeting staff members who are busy themselves is always a joy. Together all of us do many things helping this great place called New Life to function well. The happy sounds of people and the beautiful places we work makes for contentment in exercises of work. Even the hallways here are stunning! 'Slow down ...... be sure to look and greet, someone may need a hug from a bad day'.
The quiet hallways of the Adult's wing allow me time alone as I walk. It's clean and perfect, and I remember the endless hours when we were building these buildings and sometimes thinking this building phase will never end. It took 10 long years of hard hard work, but it is all done now and that time is over. Walking down the hallway I know that if I just keep walking, I will come to the end of this stage of life and another will begin - 'slow down .... you yourself might need a change of mind so you are prepared when the next door opens to walk in with confidence and preparations of maturity. Time will lead me to the open doors through the hallways of motions. Am I ready? ...... I will slow down a little so I don't miss the turn.
There is always light at the end of the tunnel - walking, paced steady movement of faithful feet and journeys, allows us to get there. Using the hallways of time we will have arrived at the right place and the right time - every time!
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