In November 1989, I was living in Trinidad, the day every person in the country was asked to wear something red. This was in support of the national soccer team who was to play against the United States for the final World Cup qualifying spot in Italy the following year. Although Trinidad and Tobago suffered an unfortunate loss, I remember being delighted to see the excitement on the faces of everyone in my school and on the streets before the game as well as the flood of red everywhere I turned. It was indeed a unifying event.

Then in 2011, I was already living in Dallas when the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals. I had decided to watch the game with some food at a nearby restaurant. The atmosphere was spirited as there were other jubilant fans beside me, cheering on the team. I was more pleased that I got to be a part of that winning experience.

Today, I got the opportunity to visit the AT&T Stadium, home of the Cowboys, in their game against the Houston Texans. This was the first professional football game I attended live and the energy of the crowd in the packed stadium was electric. Although I was in a designated standing area, I was positioned well enough to be able to see the field partially. Fortunately, Dallas won, and I felt delighted that I visited on one of their triumphant days.

How quickly can you recall the thrilling memories of a couple of riveting events in your life? Reflect on them and enjoy the moment again.

This is the day which the Lord has made; let’s rejoice and be glad in it.

Psalm 118:24