Still Glowing From Yesterday

Have you ever had a thought or a recollection that was so pleasing, you almost became addicted to it?

I keep replaying the congratulations I got yesterday morning after I gave my sermon in church. Each time I recall it, a feeling of pride and satisfaction washes over me.

I was good, Ms J. Real good.

Rev. Linda said it was better than last year's. And she was so excited, she pulled me into a warm and sincere embrace.

"That was really good, Dale," she said. "I really enjoyed it. I think we all did."

I grinned and thanked her. And my chest seemed to fill with Love and goodness.

Sometimes, it seems, Life is almost too sweet to bear.

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