Last night I began to feel increasingly cold while I was inside watching TV and listening to the wind blow outside. Finally I was uncomfortable enough I went to check the thermostat to see what the temperature was. I was shocked to find the heating system power switch in the OFF position. The inside temperature display was 60. I quickly changed the setting to ON!!!!

As I made the change I realized my must have bumped the button with my elbow when I was getting food for Cooper (my pet dog) out of the closet in the hallway. This is the first time this has ever happened. The lesson I learned is to be more careful not to brush against the thermostat inadvertently.

This whole event got me to reflecting as I went to sleep last night about how things we do inadvertently can have serious effects. I am pleased to report that when I woke up this morning the house was warm again. And now my mission for the day is to be mindful of everything I do.