I need some time out...
Don’t you? Time out from this crazy world with all its troubles!
Time out from my own self imposed expectations, time out from the pressures of life, time out to just Pause & Reflect…
So today we’re having a mini retreat by settling into a comfy chair, putting our feet up to enjoy a large cup of our favourite beverage & some treats.
Mine is a mug of lady Grey tea & a slice of gf Apricot Almond loaf toasted with creamery butter melting upon its deliciousness!
And we’re seated indoors in my comfy loungeroom because it’s freezing weather here!
We thought we were okay…But…
Now we’re seated with our refreshments, I want to know…
How are you my friend? How are you really?
Please let me know how you are in the comments below.
I’m a little weary…actually a lot weary to be honest! It’s been a very busy six months for hubby & I!
Some of these things I have shared with you already over the last few months but some of the bigger ones I’ll share in the coming weeks.
Are you feeling a bit weary too?
Weariness
Have you noticed how weariness spreads through our entire body…
Clouding our minds, creating a fatigue that can only be described as bone weary…
It’s reaches so deeply into our beings that it goes right down to our bones!
Expectations of Self
My goal for this year was to try & get out to meet up with friends & family more.
My aim was to balance the extra activity with meditative & restorative quietness…
However this is proving to be a bit tricky for me with my health limitations.
Strategies for restoration
My strategies for restoring are in doing what we are today, putting my feet up to have a refreshing time of tea & reflection.
This may also include writing for our time together or jotting down things in my journal.
It may be reading a good book or doing a word puzzle, I love word puzzles!
I also enjoy walking along the waterfront, smelling the fresh salt air & listening to the rhythm of the waves.
Enjoying the choraling of the birds & feeling that refreshing sea breeze upon my face…as I shared in our walk around My neighborhood…
A time for Contemplation
This is also an opportune time for quiet contemplation with my heavenly Father, as I enjoy His creation.
Just as Jesus invited all to come to Him while here on earth.
We can spend time with Him through the Spirit of God today for He left us with this invitation;
“Come to Me, all who are weary
&
heavy laden,
&
I will give you rest.
Take My yoke upon you,
&
learn from Me,
for I am gentle
&
humble in heart
&
you shall find rest for your souls.”
Matthew 11:28-29
Amen!…
I’m feeling a lot more refreshed now…
I hope you are too my friend. What’s your favourite restorative thing to do? Please share…
Until next time,
Jennifer
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Amen! Time for some relaxation for the weary.
Lovely having you drop by today Sarah 🤗
My focus lately is on getting the amount of sleep my body is asking me for instead of thinking I know how much I SHOULD sleep(always less.) Today I lay down for a short nap and went out cold for an hour! My body knows what she needs.
That she does Elizabeth & it’s important to listen to our bodies too!
…my private time and space is very important to me.
Oh I totally understand Tom, hubby & I feel the same! Lovely having you drop by 😀
Jennifer, learning to “Be Still” and trust in God is the only way to survive the last year. “His yoke is easy and His burden light” is such comforting scripture.
Wishing you a lovely week of reflections, my friend ♥️
Your posts aren’t showing up on my WP reader.
I’m not sure why that is happening Pam. 🤔 It seems to happen every now & again to several of us with our WP readers.
Yes, only He is getting us through this strangest of times. Bless you sweet friend ❤️
I’m glad there are so many varied ways God refreshes us. He knows exactly what to do for each one of us. Thank you, Jennifer, for the reminder to make the best of every situation and use the time wisely. I appreciated it!
You’re most welcome Joanne! Yes, He certainly knows our uniqueness & ministers to us individually. 😀
Blessings and love to you and your family, dear Jennifer… Thankful for a lovely visit with family (face-to-face) today. ❤ xo
Thank you sweet friend. I’m so glad you’re able to enjoy time with your family 💕
I’m so grateful at the myriad of ways God refreshes His people. His Word, music, nature, His people, laughter, tears, good food, gratitude lists, health care, freedom to worship, etc. and etc.
His mercies are new every morning … there’s always so MUCH to be grateful for.
Absolutely Linda! It’s pulling apart from the Weariness of life to be able to see & receive His refreshing which is the key, as Jesus did while on Earth… 😉 It’s at these times I find gratitude & praise flows freely.
As it gives us the opportunity to see what He is blessing us with 🤗
I’ve been feeling weary myself the past few days after a bad conversation with a family member. 😦 But when I read about you having to go back into lockdown, I know I should be grateful for SO many things I have, including having had the opportunity to get our vaccines here. Praying for you, Jennifer!
Thank you Lisa. Upsets within family can be very draining. I hope it resolves quickly for you both 🙏
Thanks for this mini retreat!
You’re most welcome Michele! ☺️
He gives rest to all who ask, all who desire will find it.
That He does Brenda! 🤗
Almond anything, and I’m on board. Almond cookies, almond paste marzipan, almond loafs. Needing lots of rest here too and prioritizing that self care. Hope the rest in rejuvenating for you.
Oh yes, Almond cookies with white choc chips! Delicious! I’m glad you’re prioritising self care atm Claudia it’s so important to be able to go the distance. Rest up my friend 😀