One day last week the big day finally arrived.  I had not really been looking forward to it, but knew it was coming one way or another.  The day was my 50th birthday. Even as I write this I can hardly believe it.  Well, I lived through it, had a great week and have now fully accepted it.  Birthdays always give me lots to think about, but this one especially.

I found that I did a great deal of reflecting and thinking.  One of the things I thought  about  was my job or basically my overall work journey.   However, what I found myself thinking the most about was not the various jobs I had or the successes and failures (experience) I had gained.  What I thought about the most was the people I had met along the way.  The many friends I had made and the various people who had played a role in my journey.

God has blessed us with jobs and careers that will allow us to provide for our families, but what stands out most in my mind are those who I have worked with over the years and how they have impacted my life.  I have been blessed to have met so many fantastic people at work….as well as a few not so fantastic.  It has been so fun to get to know my fellow co-workers and for a season share life and work.  As I sit here writing this, the memories (by far good ones) are washing over me and I am feeling so thankful.

God expects us to let our light shine at work.  This light attracts people  who if we will open to and get to know will add an incredible texture and depth to our lives.   We were created for relationships.  Believe me, as you get older and reflect, you will be glad you invested the time in getting to know those you work with every day.  It really is all about who you know.