I am being given a great gift. Even though my life is filled with change and the challenges of living in a new culture. And even though things that are usually effortless require much energy right now. I am reminded today in the quiet of Devin being at work and Nevi being at school- that I have a few hours each day of quiet to reflect. I do not want to lose sight of this gift. At home, I fill my existence with way too much. To much clutter, say yes to too many things, manage working, mothering, volunteering, tending to others, etc. Of course these are all things I love, but right now- today... I am grateful for the slowness of these three hours I have alone. Whether I choose to work out at the little gym here, or research our next travel adventure, or write...I am aware of this time of quiet. I need this time of quiet.I deserve this time of quiet.
I only wish my dear husband had the same opportunity. The guy is working so hard with very little outlet for himself. I hope the folks at Xerox know how lucky they are to have Devin...his work ethic, his brain, his energy, and his commitment. I trully hope he is appreciated as much as Nevi and I appreciate him! I hope for him in the coming days some time for him....to explore or read or mountain bike or raft or trek or something. Something just for him. I better get on making that happen. Just some thoughts for today from the quiet.
Time is one of those free gifts in life ~ it is how we use it that that makes a difference every day.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad for you Sarah that you have found time to just take a breath and relax ~ that is a gift that so many of us don't give ourselves.
Now if we can just get D to get there now and then ~ Thanks so much to you and Nevi for being there for him. His Mama appreciates it ~ I know he is in good loving hands ~
Don't forget to make time to learn how to play golf!!! It is a golf resort and then when We go on our Mother daughter trips we can all play.
ReplyDeleteI love that you have slowed life down and are taking in all that it is giving you. Love to all from us!
Fred