vision of love

Another day has come and gone.  I'm happy to say that today was a good day, despite the pessimism I started out with.  I literally didn't want to go into work today, because I didn't want to work with one of the 'fill-in' doctors.  I have a brief history with this person on a professional level, and working with her isn't something I was thrilled about.  Of course God showed up (once again) and put me in check.  Though the day had it's (routine) bumps with disgruntled clients, uncooperative patients, & insufficient co-workers -- still it was a good one.  I swallowed the dread that consumed me before entering the doors.  I'm glad I did.  I think it helped me deal with the daily stresses with much ease.  As the day went on I noticed that with each situation I was remaining at 'peace', and in turn things began to flow smoother.  I didn't have any problems/issues with the person I so badly didn't want to work with today.  Actually we got along nicely.

I spoke of validation a couple of days ago.  One thing that makes me feel 'validated' is the passion I have with my job.  Being able to wake up and know I'm doing exactly what the Lord wants me to do brings about a sense of validation for me.  I know that I could be somewhere scrubbing floors for a living, but for His grace I am able to thrive in profession that I truly love with all my heart.  Today I felt like God Himself spoke to me through two clients.  I won't go too deep into detail, but I saw these two clients at opposite ends of the day.  They complimented my style and technique in working with their pets, as well as my willingness to listen to their  concerns (as owners).  No matter how you do this, it still makes an impact to have client respond to you with such positivity.  Hearing their encouraging words and having their support really inspires me.  On the days in which it seems that I can't do anything right, I draw strength from personal encounters like this.  When it seems like every one is against me I look back on days like this and know that God has His hand on me.  Always sending the right people at the right time to help lift me above it all.  It gives me hope when hope isn't to be found.  These are the things in which I see my purpose in this life.  I want to be where there's hope, inspiration, & IMPACT.