So today I was drawn into a one sided argument with
my boss, who seems to be under a lot of stress lately. Most of the time when I notice
that she is not in a good mood; I only communicate by email, and try to avoid
eye contact or any sudden moves. I failed today, and obviously said something
that “ticked her off”. Maybe it was the joke that fell flat, or it could have
been the flippant way I said it. Nonetheless, my boss had a terrible meltdown,
which really wasn’t pretty. So I asked her what I had done to offend her, and
she then dredged up a laundry list of past sins, many of which I asked forgiveness
for and was granted absolution. I told her that I did not feel at all spiteful
or mean against her, and in her current condition, I have really tried to be
helpful. Ok, she is a drama queen, and I did not feel angry with her, only
sorry that she was under such duress. She would not accept my apology, so I
went back to my office and tried not to think bad thoughts. So my good friend
Oprah sent a really nice message to help cheer me up. Seriously, Oprah and I
are like this; long distance BFF’S.
This was a really thoughtful piece featuring the late Dr Maya Angelou,
called “Just do Right”. It reminded me of a primary song called “Do what is
right”.
Dr Angelou was a wise woman, She is totally right, I know that I have the responsibility to be the better man (so to speak) These words from Nephi really put things in perspective for me.
Words to live by, and also to set the tone for the rest of week. Regardless of what else may happen,I hope I can Be the Change I wish to see in the world or at least my office.27 And why should I yield to sin, because of my flesh? Yea, why should I give way to temptations, that the evil one have place in my heart to destroy my peace and afflict my soul? Why am I angry because of mine enemy?28 Awake, my soul! No longer droop in sin. Rejoice, O my heart, and give place no more for the enemy of my soul.29 Do not anger again because of mine enemies. Do not slacken my strength because of mine afflictions.30 Rejoice, O my heart, and cry unto the Lord, and say: O Lord, I will praise thee forever; yea, my soul will rejoice in thee, my God, and the rock of my salvation.
Mormon Tabernacle Choir: Do what is Right
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