Tag Archive | intention
Slow days
Slow knitting. I have been reminded lately that it’s ok to slow down. My life is generally pretty quiet but within that peaceful life is a feeling of unrest. Something I can’t quite put my finger on keeps my head and heart spinning. ( not in the way I like to spin🧶. I’m working on […]
And then there were 20
No, I’m not speaking about rabbits, although that could have been the case a couple of years ago. During my journal time yesterday I outlined fully what the steps are in my morning routine; my start my day (SMD). I wrote these in order and was surprised that I had 20 steps, 20 things that […]
Fabulous Friday 😎
How’s the day for you? Is it fabulous? Fun? Freaky? Not everyone looks forward to the end of the week. For some the weekend means time at home, or time with family. If you have wonderful people around you I encourage you to enjoy the moments as they come. If those around you cause you […]
What’s the difference between family time and sabbath? | The Christian Century
I found this article to be helpful as I continue to define what Sabbath means for me. Do you take time apart? What does that look like for you? “Three years after the publication of Sabbath in the Suburbs, I continue to speak to groups about our family’s experience of taking a day each week for rest and play (which […]
40 Days of Intention: Day 5
My intention today is to be kind to myself. Ah sweet Mondays! I’m now in the habit of taking Monday as my day off – my Sabbath. I find that if I can maintain a day with nothing on my calendar then the days that are jam packed seem so much easier to handle. Do […]
The Journey Begins: 40 Days of Intention, Lent Day 1
My intention today is to live the day without fear. What causes me to fear? My fears are internal. What if I can’t, don’t, or fail? My inner need to be helpful, to live up to expectations, can sometimes cause me to stall in my tracks and do nothing. Today I move pass the fears. […]
Finding a moment…
In a very busy weekend. This is a time to reflect, acknowledge, and be grateful. The calm and peacefullness of the wood stove and the energy of the plants bring me at last to the quiet center I seek… Are there times in your life like this?
It’s October and time for a new challenge
I know…just stating the obvious. Lots to do. Assignments to email before Friday Start packing call to change our utilitie Decisions about phones, cable and internet Thanksgiving!!! Diane’s birthday Markham Fair! Love Feast at church Church meetings Work meetings and tasks The list can go on and on. What’s really important about that list? Family […]
Tweak your week! 