Rest

I've been a bad blogger lately, but we've been on vacation around here... and all this rest and relaxation hasn't left me much time for blogging!

The last couple weeks have been full of family and friends... mornings building sand castles and splashing in the waves... afternoon naps in the sunshine... picnic dinners by the river... bonfires under the stars. It some ways it has felt like taking one big, deep, delicious breath.

The Lord has a very high opinion of rest. It's a hugely important Biblical principle. For me personally, rest isn't something that always comes naturally or easy. It's hard not to think about all the things I could be/should be doing. I used to spend Wesley's entire nap time running around trying to get things done. I've really had to work at forcing myself to sit down for half an hour and take a breather. But it's made an amazing difference in how I feel for the remainder of the day. I'm so much happier to see him when he wakes up, and am a much more patient and rested mommy for it. 

So after a nice long vacation and rest, I'm ready to get back into the swing of things... but with a growing appreciation for the wonders of God-created rest... and it's ability to restore mind, body and soul. 

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28)