When I count my blessings this week, one that moves toward the top of the list is the fabulous fact that I am not – have never been – do not aspire to be – a school superintendent.

On days when the Oklahoma weather turns nasty, they are stuck squarely in the middle of a maelstrom of public opinion that would sink us “normal” folk. The state has its regulations. The principals, teachers and staff have ideas. The kids are always ready for a “snow day” – even if the weather man/woman was wrong (again). Today (Tuesday) I am working from home because of a recent bout with the flu and waiting, rather impatiently, for our daughter and granddaughter to return from a day of school at Freedom. We all love the school, the administration, the teachers and the great community of Freedom, OK. We are less thrilled with the commute. As short as it may be, it literally has a lot of ups and downs, hills and valleys, zigs and zags in the safest of weather.

Those making the big decisions on days like this have to weigh the possible good that can be accomplished with the possible risks associated with getting children from point A to point B safely and efficiently. And, though we may not have to deal with this particular dilemma, we all have to make decisions in life based on their pros and cons. For example, is it worth getting grounded for two weeks, during which time I will not be able to fish at all, to stay just a “few minutes longer” tonight and miss curfew? Even if I don’t catch that monster bass I’m sure is just waiting on my next “last” cast? Maybe that particular question doesn’t hold enough weight. Try this one.

Should I stay in bed just a few more minutes and risk losing my job? Should I spend a few more minutes in the company of this person who seems likely to pull me away from my solemn promises to someone else? Should I teach my children by word or example that the Word of God, the Church of God, the Cause of Christ, or the lifestyle of a Christian are secondary to all the other hobbies and money-making opportunities I might find to pursue? Eternity is high price to pay for a short term “delight.” See you Sunday.