Along with intimacy and relationship, being faithful to Dawn’s First Call brings practical blessings as well. I noticed in the first weeks of praying first thing every morning that my days were simply better, less harried somehow. Life “flowed” more easily. I was clearer when confronted with problems; solutions seemed to settle into my mind more easily, more quickly. I felt easy in my skin, peaceful in my heart - and that overflowed to those around me. Laughter bubbled up more often - and when I was upset or angry, there was a sense of restraint that popped up in my heart and mind, and sense of time slowing down - as if a Father’s hand were coming down gently to stop my foolish words, my careless act. I wasn’t always obedient to that Holy Hand over my mouth or heart, but it was consistent. Prayer was changing me, and for the better.