Stardate 11.09.2026
Sometimes an unexpected change in plans creates an opportunity we never anticipated.
My trip to San Diego provided one of those moments.
There was one final detail I needed to take care of before heading home. We had an oversized check from our pickleball project that needed to be transported. The ladies involved really wanted us to keep it, so I decided to find a way to make that happen.
I visited the hotel front desk and asked for recommendations. They suggested FedEx. After attending worship in Old Town, I stopped by and learned that shipping the check would cost approximately $200. I decided that would be my personal donation to our group.
There was another unexpected blessing during the trip.
My flight home was delayed by an hour. That extra time gave me just enough opportunity to locate my dad at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery.
His resting place is near one of the highest points in the area, overlooking the city. It is such a peaceful setting. I was grateful to have time to visit, spend a few moments with my dad, and take in the view.
Had the flight departed on schedule, I probably wouldn't have made it there.
I had been hoping to visit him, and that unexpected hour made it possible.
The trip home went smoothly, and I'm back in Franklin. My sleep tracking numbers are a little out of the ordinary after several days of travel. That's understandable, and I'll give myself time to settle back into my regular routine.
Today and tomorrow, I'm scheduled to work at 8:45 a.m., so it's time to get moving.
Looking back, I'm thankful for the people I met, the progress being made through our pickleball project, and the opportunity to spend time with my dad.
Our schedules don't always unfold as expected. Sometimes an unexpected hour becomes a memory we carry with us.
Scripture
"My times are in your hands."
— Psalm 31:15 (NIV)
Captain's Addendum
Spock: Captain, the flight delay appears to have produced an unexpected opportunity.
Bones: For once, Spock, I think we can agree that an extra hour was just what the doctor ordered.
Michael's Reflection: I'll take that extra hour with my dad as a gift. Some moments stay with us long after the journey home is complete.
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