Laugh Along the Way

You are here on purpose. Here adverb 1. in this place; in this spot or locality (opposed to there ): 2. at this point; at this juncture: noun 8. this place: 9. this world; this life; the present:   Purpose noun 1. the reason for which something exists or is done, made, used, etc. 2. an intended or desired result; end; aim; goal. 3. determination; resoluteness. verb (used with object) , purposed, purposing. 6. to set as an aim, intention, or goal for oneself. 7. to resolve (to do something):   This statement was recently shared with me, and it makes me stop and think.   We are each in our positions  as a mother, a father, a child, an employee, a manager, etc.: ON PURPOSE.   Even if we feel we are here due to an accident; we are reminded, there is no accident with God.  We are fearfully and wonderfully made.  We were created by our creator, to further His Kingdom.  And, in this season,

This week has been personally challenging for me.   You may have noticed my quietness.   Finally, the fog has cleared and I am again grateful for the quiet times, the challenging weeks, because they remind me of the things around me that bring me joy.   First , I have this amazing colleague; she is an amazing listener, great at giving space, and asking just the right questions.   She is quite the unassuming character who lives with a quiet, but fierce, passion.   I watch her demonstrate concern for each person that walks through our doors and the joy when a success occurs.   This week she remained steadfast, she let me share my troubles, and then, she went along for the ride of letting me figure out what needed to happen next. Second , I have two teachers that come in each day.   They are working with the children who will be our graduating classes of 2028 and 2029.   They prepare lessons, clean up messes, act silly, give hugs, and guide the children in our school.   T