Time Off

I realized that I had not blogged in a while now. I have been distracted by many good things.

I am loving my time off this month as I've had time to do things that I never have a chance to truly enjoy. I've read books again for fun. I've had long lunches with friends. I've gone to church with my husband without being in charge. I've had fun weekends with friends without the stress of what is next. I've enjoyed baking Christmas cookies. I took a road trip on a Monday morning.And, I've been very thankful for my husband who has supported me in this time, knowing how much I've needed a break as I prepare for the next big thing.

People have said to me that I'm literally glowing with happiness and I think it is really true.

It is good to remember my passions again. It is good to have time to breathe. It is good to know that life can go on without being in charge. It is good to rest and enjoy people around me.

It is good just to be (and trust me I'm not bored, either). I know that not everyone gets breaks like the one I've experienced this month. I know I'm living with an amazing gift of time. But, all of us have moments of rest available to us even if we are working crazy schedules.

I think the biggest lessons that this month has taught me is to be more mindful of myself and my surroundings.

It is never a bad thing to STOP and take care of yourself for a while so that you can care better for others in the future.

Yea for December!