Be Still. So much of my life is in motion. Some days are so full that I can’t catch my breath. There are practices and appointments to be kept and I go until I come to a breaking point where I feel like there is nothing of me left. I feel used and battered and resentful and I feel myself shutting down emotionally and shutting people out (like my sweet boys and husband).
I need so much to find balance and the peace that comes with letting some things go. The things that bog me down yet I commit to because I want to be needed, and yes, because I want everyone to see how giving and selfless I am. (That’s selfish right?)
I need to find the Be Still moments. The moments just for me where I can breathe deep and listen to the silence. The place where I can pray and find strength in Him. The strength to put God first, my family second and everything else when I can get to it. The strength to say no to the things that I need to say no to.
Do you need to Be Still? I'm linking up with One Nutty Girl.
what a great idea! the flower photo is so restful. I almost feel relaxed...except you see, I had a soda this evening. Now I'm wired.
ReplyDeleteOh how nice to find your blog and hear your inspiring words. I came over from One Nutty Girl and I'm glad to meet you. (Also I have three redheads so I like you already!)
ReplyDeleteI love what you said... sounded like my mind talking on your blog (except my boys are both brunettes ;) Nice to meet you, Trish
ReplyDeleteLove God first, family second...it's always been my motto! Can't do it without Him.
ReplyDeleteGreat Post. Visiting from One Nutty Girl.
I know when I get out of sync, a storm comes. I seem so off course and I have to take my eyes off of me and put them on my Savior. I am learning...unless I want a storm...I need Him first. Beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteI've never thought I needed the Still moments as much as you did. As I get older I realize that I do. I need them to make a list for the grocery store, to concentrate on small things in my home but more importantly I need the still moments to read Gods word, to learn His plan for my day/life. I'm learning to find the still moments earlier in the day.
ReplyDeleteTo me Be Still now means gaining maturity, wisdom.
Love the flower picture. Restful and beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWell said. You have a lovely blog - I'll come visit again.
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
beautiful picture! and you are such a good writer. Thanks for stopping by. lovely to meet you!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this post. I relate to what you said - and I'm at home most of the day! It's so hard to be still and be with God.
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