Zig and Zag

January 2010 is ending soon and it looks like Oklahomans will break out of this month with an ice storm. Forcasts have been repeatedly stating the possible worst with thick ice causing power outages and up to a foot of snow on top of that. With this next wave of weather, the weathermen are warning everyone to prepare. We have made our list: snow shovel, bag of salt, extra water, food that can be cooked on our gas stove, and favorite books and movies. Guess we are prepared!

At least there is warning. I like warnings. I am a faithful weather watcher. I like to be prepared. I like to know what is coming.  However, in my effort to life gratefully I am also focusing on getting more comfortable with "seeing what happens", "going with the flow" "living in the moment" and "embracing spontaneity". This next event could just be an opportunity to practice.

Even with weather forcasts and radar capabilities, we still do not know what is really in store for us on Thursday. Maybe ice, maybe snow...maybe both. I do know that there will be an opportunity to zig and zag my way through. Whether in travel to and from work, dealing with a power outage or finding ways to occupy my time while snowed in, I will remind myself to adjust, adapt, and be aware that honing this skill might be of course my "planned spontaneity". :)

Living Gratefully is ...being thankful when the zig and zag opportunities come your way!