Every now and again I like to experience new things. I usually drift towards the arts because I’m kinda clumsy and not really in the mood to injure myself by being physically adventurous. This past Saturday evening I attended my very first live orchestra event at The Meyerson, home of the Dallas Symphony. There was a link on Facebook to see Sphinx Virtuosi. The 18 member group is a self-conducted, chamber orchestra comprised of Black and Latinx professional artists. I have a whole new appreciation for anyone who plays a string instrument. I tried to teach myself guitar in high school but my metacarpals revolted. Anywho, solo date night is one of the ways I love on myself. It gives me the opportunity to get cute and go out into the world. A little girl (no more than 6) gave me goo-goo eyes and said she loved my jacket. I’ve been to a couple of nice events suggested by Facebook. The candlelight string quartet concert playing Beyonce was probably my fave. It was a vibe. So, if something comes across your timeline, don’t be afraid to try it out!
On Sunday, I went to church quite early before service. I wanted to get a good seat. Usually in the 30 minutes prior to service, prayer warriors are positioned at the front of the sanctuary for anyone needing prayer. Although I had been praying for discernment regarding the future of my career, I decided it was time for me to engage the community of people I’ve been blessed to fellowship with. One of the ladies in the church had introduced herself to me a few Sundays ago, so when she became available, I headed her way. I gave her a very brief rundown of my prayer request. She asked what area of the hospital I had been working in. I told her. She asked one more question, and after I answered her, she shared she was a retired nurse executive, and said, “I got you.” When I tell you God is always on time…He knows exactly when and how to give you what you need. That woman prayed over all the emotions and circumstances I had been dealing with AND requested for me all the things I had secretly been praying for myself. This was without me going into any detail about why I left my job or what I was hopeful for in the future.
I believe I have shared before that I am an introvert. Too much “peopl-ing” can drain me. There have been days where I would get home, and I did not have the energy to gather my own thoughts because I was so exhausted. That being said, I am aware of the power of community. I think the key is to be intentional about the people whom you connect with. If there is value added, it makes you less likely to disengage. To all my fellow introverts out there, or even if you are just someone stuck in a social rut, give thought to what type of social/community scenarios give back to you in a way that makes your energy expenditure worthwhile.
“and let’s consider how to encourage one another in love and good deeds, not abandoning our own meeting together, as is the habit of some people, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near.” – Hebrews 10:24-25 NASB 2020
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