Slowing Down with Purpose
Rush here. Push to get through there. Check your watch—you still may have time to fit one more stop in before you’re late.
This summer has been packed with activity, going from one state to another visiting family and friends. All of it was good, but somewhere along the way I lost a sense of purpose.
There was a day not too long ago I savored each moment because I didn’t know how many more moments were left for me.
I want balance again. What I want—need—is a sense of peace through the day. I’m done living vicariously through activities.
I’m putting everyone on notice. The checklist is gone. I am determined to enjoy today, plan for tomorrow, but not live using a checklist.
Proverbs 27:1 tells us, “Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.” All I have is right now—today. It would be a shame if I rushed through today with my list of chores and obligations to only find I had no tomorrow.
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You are such an inspiration! My childhood was not always the easiest and I have told my kids to ‘”enjoy the moment” for you don’t know what tomorrow brings. So often we are thinking about the next thing on our list and miss what are experiencing at the time. This is a perfect reminder and it is from scripture. I pray you are doing well.
What a timely reminder. I’m so thankful you are here, living life to its fullest, and sharing much wisdom with us. 🙂 Blessings, my friend!
Thank you Cathy! I’ve met so many wonderful people since then and treasure all my contacts. You, dear one, are a treasured friend.
What a great reminder to purpose to enjoy the day and appreciate life even in the midst of our doing. Beautiful blog, Robin!
Yes, in this hurry-hurry world, I’m as guilty as most of forgetting to embrace what is around me. Thanks, Ginger, for the response.
Hey Robin,As I work around the house today feeling as though I can never catch up; contemplations of how to ensure I
Thanks for taking the time out of your busy schedule to comment. You’ve offered a perfect example how we can sometimes not even finish a thought without moving onto something else.