Today I woke up early and knelt gently to offer thanks for the day softly streaming through the window. It was nice to have this moment of peace and receive light from above. Next I walked over to the balcony and stretched in the morning rays and pondered for five minutes on how nature was spread before me. Birds sang, welcoming the new day from their perch in the green broadleaf trees that are the forest behind my apartment. I placed some eggs in water and started them heating on the stove while I went to take a quick warm shower. Watched water never boils you know!
After the invigorating shower (and smelling great from my old spice) I settled down in my soft plush chair with two soft boiled eggs, two pieces of buttered whole wheat toast, five strawberries and a tall glass of cold apple juice. Refills were free so I indulged of course. While eating I continued my study of the scriptures from the night before. I was in the middle of looking at sources of joy. Mission service and conversion were common threads as well as repentance and reception of the Holy Ghost. Cross referencing like this is exciting for me and often I can’t pull myself away from it as I find connections between stories and comparisons in teachings. Principles are more profound when I ponder on them this way.
After brushing my teeth I put on my new Nike’s and jogged out to the car. I went and picked up several friends and went to a conference on the effects of endurance running on human physiology. After several hours of intellectual challenge we went to get lunch at Zupa’s. I got a fresh berry nut salad, lobster bisque and an artichoke heart grilled sandwich. Since it was warm we drove with the windows down and music blasting.
After dropping them off I went and changed into running shorts and met up with two other guys. These runners are good friends who I have run with for a long time and we push each other when we run. We started out and after a warm-up went on a six mile run averaging six minute miles the whole time. We got into that groove where everything is just flowing and strong, pacing and pushing with strong legs, pumping and leaning the whole time knowing that you have more in your reserves. Felt powerful.
Next I changed into my basketball shorts I had brought with and went to the weight room. After some intense lifting and putting up a lot of weight I moved down to the basketball court outside. We played basketball for the next hour, skins only. I must admit, my shots don’t miss. It was exciting.
As evening approached I returned home, showered, and dressed for my date with Shawna. After dinner we went on a little hike up a hill to a lookout point where we watched the sunset while sipping on fruit smoothies I had made earlier and kept chilled in a thermos. The blue and rose sky lent to conversation about life and experiences we each had. I enjoyed listening to her speak about her life and share precious feelings. As the light dimmed we made the short descent back to the car and I drove her back to her place. We made plans to go rock climbing the next evening.
After getting back to my apartment I grabbed some snacks and again settled into my overstuffed chair with the scriptures. After losing track of time I put a movie in and relaxed with some hot kettle corn. Finally I knelt beside my bed, asked for protection throughout the night and burrowed myself into the pillow.
A friend of mine made up his “Perfect Day” and suggested we each make our own. Out of all the things you could do for a day what would you do to make it the perfect day? Make your own and send it to me. I will love to hear from each of you what Your Day consists of.
After the invigorating shower (and smelling great from my old spice) I settled down in my soft plush chair with two soft boiled eggs, two pieces of buttered whole wheat toast, five strawberries and a tall glass of cold apple juice. Refills were free so I indulged of course. While eating I continued my study of the scriptures from the night before. I was in the middle of looking at sources of joy. Mission service and conversion were common threads as well as repentance and reception of the Holy Ghost. Cross referencing like this is exciting for me and often I can’t pull myself away from it as I find connections between stories and comparisons in teachings. Principles are more profound when I ponder on them this way.
After brushing my teeth I put on my new Nike’s and jogged out to the car. I went and picked up several friends and went to a conference on the effects of endurance running on human physiology. After several hours of intellectual challenge we went to get lunch at Zupa’s. I got a fresh berry nut salad, lobster bisque and an artichoke heart grilled sandwich. Since it was warm we drove with the windows down and music blasting.
After dropping them off I went and changed into running shorts and met up with two other guys. These runners are good friends who I have run with for a long time and we push each other when we run. We started out and after a warm-up went on a six mile run averaging six minute miles the whole time. We got into that groove where everything is just flowing and strong, pacing and pushing with strong legs, pumping and leaning the whole time knowing that you have more in your reserves. Felt powerful.
Next I changed into my basketball shorts I had brought with and went to the weight room. After some intense lifting and putting up a lot of weight I moved down to the basketball court outside. We played basketball for the next hour, skins only. I must admit, my shots don’t miss. It was exciting.
As evening approached I returned home, showered, and dressed for my date with Shawna. After dinner we went on a little hike up a hill to a lookout point where we watched the sunset while sipping on fruit smoothies I had made earlier and kept chilled in a thermos. The blue and rose sky lent to conversation about life and experiences we each had. I enjoyed listening to her speak about her life and share precious feelings. As the light dimmed we made the short descent back to the car and I drove her back to her place. We made plans to go rock climbing the next evening.
After getting back to my apartment I grabbed some snacks and again settled into my overstuffed chair with the scriptures. After losing track of time I put a movie in and relaxed with some hot kettle corn. Finally I knelt beside my bed, asked for protection throughout the night and burrowed myself into the pillow.
A friend of mine made up his “Perfect Day” and suggested we each make our own. Out of all the things you could do for a day what would you do to make it the perfect day? Make your own and send it to me. I will love to hear from each of you what Your Day consists of.
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Nice day dude. I can't believe I was in Provo again and missed meeting up with you. I kept on reminding myself to call you, and then forgetting...next time. hope all is well.
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