Strolling in Austin

I spent the evening of this St. Patrick's Day in Austin, Texas.  My companions and I were taking an after dinner stroll through the downtown area. The balmy evening breeze was in sharp juxtaposition to the temps we had left behind in Chicago. Yes, we estimated that it was about 60 degrees warmer in Austin that day. It was the last day of an annual city wide music festival and the side walks were still filled with music fans. Even the panhandlers were grooving to the tunes.  Life was easy. Life was good.

At one end of Congress Boulevard stands the Texas Capitol building.  It's an impressive sight.

I now know that Austin is the Live Music Capital of America. Everywhere you look someone is hauling about a musical instrument.

It is true that the purpose of my visit to the Texas capital city was to attend a day long business meeting. Hopefully, this meeting will have positive outcomes.  However, what I will remember and cherish is the hour of laughter and exploration with my compadres along those sidewalks. In the end, what really matters are those moments of joy that are infused into our every days.

What moments of joy did you experience today?