Field Trip

 

It is a blessing not lost on me that I have the opportunity to work almost exclusively remotely in my new role. We have learned that this is the best fit for our family in this season, and I am thankful for the flexibility to accomplish more in each day through remote work.

            But now and then I do have to travel to other locations to participate in things that are happening at work, and yesterday was just such a day. I call them field trips, because that just sounds fun. I may always be little more than an overgrown kiddo.

            I was thankful for a good weather day to drive. It didn’t rain, but we were under a thick cloud of haze all day, so it was overcast and nap-inducing as I made my way along the road. Thank goodness for music and prayer!

            I drove about two and a half hours each way yesterday, starting out at 6:30 in the morning. It reminded me of my radio days when each work day found me on the road at 6:45. Whew! How did I do that every day? I also thanked the Lord for the invention of GPS that talks. I remember the days before GPS, when I clutched Map Quest printouts over the steering wheel and tried to navigate my way – reading and driving. I much prefer the calming voice telling me, “At the next light, use the middle lane to continue straight.”

            I survived three roundabouts and arrived at my destination – the LifeWise main office.

            I was excited to see in person the coworkers I’ve met over virtual meetings in the last six weeks. I was excited to sit through presentations I first sat through during my first couple of days of work and see how much I’ve learned in the time that has elapsed. Isn't it always encouraging (with anything in life - work or not) to be able to look back and see growth?

            I was able to eat together with some of the new friends I spend time with (virtually) every day. I met new friends I hadn’t known before, and that was fun, too.

            I had my official work head shot taken (thank You, Lord, for a decent hair day!) and by the time I came back home, I felt like I’d had a productive and encouraging day. Please note: the photo below is not the official head shot. It was my half of a 100-mile-distance coffee date with Ryan. He sent me his coffee selfie and I sent him mine. 

            There will be more field trips in the future, but yesterday was a fine start!