A fabulous Friday means I got to sit in the sun and get my cheeks pink, go for a walk, and hang out with my baby. The big kids all spent time with friends and dad got the tramp almost all the way up....
I should have done some work that I get paid for, but I was just relaxed today, and a bit preoccupied with India. I've been at this job for about 11 years and they will give me grace to be less-than efficient until I get back from India. I packed away winter clothes, did laundry, played with Precious and made lists. I have a big pile already forming for things to take to India. I want to spiritually prepare for the trip, but just like last year, I'm doing life right up to the moment of departure. God understands. Once I board the plane, He has my undivided attention and I will be ready when I set foot on Indian soil.
Life is so short. Every minute truly matters. Knowing my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, being good to my family, living my life to help the orpan, widow, powerless.....it all matters. You know what else matters? Feeling the warm sun on my skin, tasting grilled cedar plank salmon for dinner, playing with our puppy, praying for hurting people, driving my daughter to violin lessons, dancing in the kitchen, noticing the moon, hearing birdsong, seeing the first butterflies of spring. Chatting with the school-girl who walks by the house, paying my bill at the jewelry store(my wedding ring almost lost it's diamond...saved just in time and secured...), and all of the other stuff we do in the day that make up the event of life. There isn't much of the time I spent today that was wasted. It all mattered somehow. That's a really good way to end the day....and the post.
May you all have a wonderful, relaxing, joyful and fullfilling weekend.
I should have done some work that I get paid for, but I was just relaxed today, and a bit preoccupied with India. I've been at this job for about 11 years and they will give me grace to be less-than efficient until I get back from India. I packed away winter clothes, did laundry, played with Precious and made lists. I have a big pile already forming for things to take to India. I want to spiritually prepare for the trip, but just like last year, I'm doing life right up to the moment of departure. God understands. Once I board the plane, He has my undivided attention and I will be ready when I set foot on Indian soil.
Life is so short. Every minute truly matters. Knowing my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, being good to my family, living my life to help the orpan, widow, powerless.....it all matters. You know what else matters? Feeling the warm sun on my skin, tasting grilled cedar plank salmon for dinner, playing with our puppy, praying for hurting people, driving my daughter to violin lessons, dancing in the kitchen, noticing the moon, hearing birdsong, seeing the first butterflies of spring. Chatting with the school-girl who walks by the house, paying my bill at the jewelry store(my wedding ring almost lost it's diamond...saved just in time and secured...), and all of the other stuff we do in the day that make up the event of life. There isn't much of the time I spent today that was wasted. It all mattered somehow. That's a really good way to end the day....and the post.
May you all have a wonderful, relaxing, joyful and fullfilling weekend.
1 comment:
Niki, have you ever read the book "One Thousand Gift" by Ann Voskamp? Your post just reminded me of that book and I know you would love it. I read many books that cause me to view life differently, but after reading this book I can say that I will never view my life the same. That book changed me. If you have never read any of her stuff...you should..how's that for bossy:), because you would "get her". She is poetic, but not "flowery". She is deep, and meaningful, yet so down to Earth. Add it to your list of things to do when you return. Blessings on your trip. Prayers will be lifted on your behalf.
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