A few months ago, we started a new form of self-evaluation at work where we talk about our accomplishments with staff and volunteers... focusing on the type of questions we ask through "rounding."
So, applying it to my own personal life, I asked myself today, "what are some great things I've accomplished right now?"
Hmm...
Had a networking booth at a forum on a Thursday night, which I didn't get any volunteers but met some great community contacts, plus my colorful display was featured on the news. That resulted in an office-wide "atta boy!" cheer-- an accomplishment indeed, considering we're in need of a lot more exposure in our service area.
Spent time with a patient's family member one afternoon and it turned out well... she raved about our care and attention we were providing her father, plus said nice things about our Veteran's Day ceremonies.
Planned and coordinated a meal for residents at HOPE, a homeless transitional community on Sat. night. Working with a great team from the College & Beyond group, we served the first-ever Chinese meal there. We fed about 30 residents with enough leftovers for about 100 more. Everyone was appreciative and the meal turned out pretty good. I look forward to doing it again soon!
Saw the latest Harry Potter movie (again), but this time in IMAX format. It rocked!
Started my plans for my upcoming confirmation sessions. Next Sunday, I'll start sessions with 9 high schoolers who are preparing for confirmation. They're older than most of the confirmandees and they have a class to themselves. I'm excited-- I have double the number I had last year! Three of my high schoolers from last year became involved in LifeTeen, and I hope I can attract more youth over!
Made a little more time to finally "breathe," though I thought I wouldn't for a moment. I tried to take Friday afternoon off but was taking calls from the office... they wouldn't leave me alone! This will be addressed at staff meeting! I enjoyed the nice weather on Saturday, taking Molly to the park and hiking trails. Today, she and I ran around the big fields on the Miccosukee Greenway and it was truly peaceful. With the cool air and light fog, it looked like I was in the HP movie I saw the night before-- it looked like a Scottish landscape. I'd never seen Molly run so fast and look so excited running in the fields and sometimes mud. She dared to jump into a pond until she saw my disapproving evil eye.
Well, I feel pretty rounded now. I pray this week is full of many more accomplishments! Off to bed with me...
