Ghetto tape up for sure!
So… Monday night I was speaking at The Well in downtown Seattle and came out to my back window smashed in. Dang Thugs! They didn’t take anything thank goodness but what a total pain in the butt! Interestingly enough, I had just spoken on patience and giving up control so had to practice what I preach and actually I did remain pretty calm.
In a quick moment, I had to regroup and figure out my plan for the next day to get it fixed as I was headed out of town in a few days. Luckily BizXchange came through for me and I took it down to USA Auto Repair on Bothell Way. Can you believe I had it back the same day?! My lesson learned is that bad things happen and when they do there is no reason to freak out and stress all night. Figure out what you can control, make good solid plans, choose faith and trust for the rest.
The cool part is before I knew the day was going to end so well, I had the radio show. Bill and Connie knew my car had been busted into (thanks to Facebook that I love!) As we discussed the vulnerability of having your day change on a dime like that we had a great email sent in from a single mom. She herself faced even more serious regrouping needs with her 12 year old daughter. It was a blessing to have a small experience the night before to bring to this much larger dilemma. It was a fun show and I do hope you enjoy it.
Would love to hear your comments and will address any questions you have – just post them below.
Have a great day and be the best you can be today!
Shandel
2 Comments
June 13, 2009 at 3:33 am
Shandel! I LOVE your “Don’t Freak, Choose Faith” approach! You are so right about figuring out what you can control (your own thoughts and feelings) and trusting the rest. Thanks for being a great example for when bad things happen!
June 13, 2009 at 3:35 am
Hey Debbie! Thanks so much. It was so wonderful to get it fixed and back to work in less than 24 hours! Appreciate you writing in!!! YAY!