Serendipity

So, it's been a long while since my last entry. I was recently encouraged by my tri-swim coach and friend, Chris to share something that might be inspirational. It feels like such a tall order, to be inspirational. It's like trying to be funny as a stand-up comedian, either you or aren't.  Oh the PRESSURE!!!!


I am humbled to hear that my journey has inspired others. The encouragement to post more frequently is well received especially when I'm overwhelmed with daily demands. For all those who have read and continue to read this blog I say a heartfelt warm thank you, there are many other things you could be doing with your precious time! Truly, I'm honored that you would share with me on this journey. Let's stay connected and mutually encourage each other!!! Now, for the next installment of It's all about the journey.

Serendipity, finding something good or useful while not specially looking for it, is the word for today. Life is full of unexpected blessings that show up just when they are needed the most.  All throughout the  past few days  I've experienced various forms of serendipity.

 What in the world is Melvin rambling about now?  I'm glad you asked! Let me try to explain.

Yesterday I was trying to leave work to get to treadmill class. I had already blewn my morning workout when I woke up at 4:59am and Run Club started at 5:15 am and I live 45 minutes away.WTF!!!  (Don't worry, my Running Angel, Morgan did check up on me!!)

 Not only did I miss Run Club, I also missed the  last TRX/Kettlebell class for  this session (Sorry,  Ben!! Atomic Push-ups are waiting for me the next go around.). So, I'm at work with increasing frustration of trying to leave but not able to because  one more thing kept coming up.

 You now how it is, the more you are trying to get somewhere the more obstacles you face!!. It's like getting a fussy baby cleaned and dressed ready to walk out the door then all of sudden the baby let's their bowel and bladder go and you are late because you are cleaning up human excrement.  Every time I tried to leave, one more thing needed attention until I, had to finally put a pin in things and stop working to to get to my treadmill class.

 I get to the gym late 25 minutes after class started frustrated and uptight only to discover that class had been cancelled and the workout sheet was waiting for me, Serendipity!!! So, I start to take the elevator up one floor to get on the treadmill. Who should see me?  Nicole, my treadmill instructor ordering me to take the stairs, (She's my  drill instructor) Serendipity!!!

Half way into the speed and strength workout  I'm sprinting at 8mph 3% incline for 30sec sets. After the third set with three sets to go, my heart feeling like it was about to break through my rib cage, like the creature from Alien, I decided  to transition to the pool for the last 10 minutes of an Aqua class and the first 15 minutes of Aqua Volleyball all in preparation for 1800 meter tri-swim complete with slow to fast 50's on the 1:30.

This morning knocked out from yesterday's full day I, jumped up in time to make it to my morning appointment, feeling grateful for the experience of grace and mercy being manifested through  different people (Morgan, Nicole, Chris, and Ben) and in various ways throughout my life and career. I am becoming aware of my increased capacity to remain connected with myself while remaining open to experiencing unexpected blessings just when I need them the most.

May you experience wonderful serendipity!!

Thanks for reading!! Peace & Blessings on Your Journey!!