A dear friend of mine just sent me a message reminding me to take time for myself during this busy season. My first reaction was, “Time for me, what’s that?!” 😛 But then I took a deep breath and basked in the idea of it. Just thinking about being still and resting and even sleeping (this is my favorite definition of taking time for myself, LOL) gave me a sense of peace.
I wonder if there’s anyone else out there who’s searching for peace, too? (Yup, I see those hands waving in agreement!)
Hubby commented the other day, “I can’t believe the year’s almost over!”
I sighed and replied, “The end of the year always rushes by so quickly.”
And boy does it ever. Starting from when school starts in September, there’s Back to School Nights to attend, homework folders to keep track of, laundry to do, field trips to chaperone, Halloween costumes to buy, more laundry to do, birthdays to celebrate, Thanksgiving meals to cook and eat, Christmas performances to watch, Christmas shopping to do, Christmas plans to make and even more laundry to do. (Anyone else feel like they’re constantly washing and folding clothes?)
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Just thinking about this long to-do list has made my shoulders tight and my face grim. Which is why I totally need and appreciate my friend’s reminder to SLOOOW DOWN.
So, I’m going to make an effort to not make an effort. 😉 Or at least I’ll try to loosen up the timelines I give myself and spread out the tasks I need to do. And when I do make an effort, it will be to sit down and enjoy the precious moments I have with family and friends.
‘Cause the laundry basket will still be there waiting for me tomorrow.
The song for today’s post is actually a collection of 51 instrumental hymns (over an hour of peaceful, calming music!).
What will you do to find time to rest during this busy holiday season?