October 25, 2008
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Rest ……
Lots of changes have taken place in our home the past few months.
* My son moved to California from Missouri. He and my daughter-in-love (great with child) and their three children moved in with us.
* We moved our home and trucking business from 10 acres in the country to a home half the size on less than a 1/2 acre in town. Major downsizing!!
* My daughter -in-love went into labor during our move and ended up blessing us with our 10th grandchild the day after we moved.
* My husband was having problems with extreme fatigue after our move so the Dr. scheduled an angiogram. They ended up putting in a stent in one of his arteries.
* We had to do a complete overhaul on our rental before the next tenants could move in which meant painting, new bathroom, new appliances, new carpets. I spent a week and a half painting.
* We moved my son and his family into our rental last weekend.
We’ve had a very full couple of months.
My heart is not complaining. I’m thankful to God for a strong body and good health and the multitude of blessings He has given me!
But, I’m not 25 anymore and this 51 year old body has gone through a lot of physical changes lately. My husband has been ‘watching’ me and came to the conclusion that I needed to slow down for a few weeks. So, he has put me on a ‘rest’ regime for the next couple of weeks. He has assigned me to a daily nap after lunch time. (Major STRETCHER for someone who doesn’t enjoying ‘resting’.) I get up at 4 am to make his lunches, pray and get him out the door so it makes for a long day. I’ve also cleared my calendar for the next few weeks except for absolute essentials. Which means.. I won’t be posting, after today, until the two weeks are up.
I am also praying for the Lord’s direction concerning Xanga. I LOVE Xanga Land. In fact, because of my great affection for it I’m realizing, once my husband has slowed me down a bit to think, that it has crowded out a few other things in my life. The main thing is that it has shortened my devotional time with the Lord Jesus Christ. I find that I hurry through my devotions so that I can get to the computer. Not a good thing. I’m also noticing that it has stolen those little pockets of time that could be spent calling a sister in my church or a loved one to encourage or help them. Not a good thing since my gift of exhortation was given to me by the Lord to build up the church body. ( I’m thinking that possibly I just need to change my posting time to the evenings while my husband is watching tv. I normally sit with him on the couch but I rarely enjoy television watching so I’m thinking I could use that time to post. ) Or maybe the Lord will lead me in a completely different way.
So, I’m not sure where the Lord will lead my thinking concerning Xanga over the next two weeks but I’m hopeful that it will be for my good and most importantly I pray it will be for His glory.
Love to all!
Comments (6)
I know exactly what you mean with the time factor AND the diversion from other matters. But I must tell you, you have blessed mty sisters life as well as mine with your post. I can’t speak for others, but I feel there are others that feel the same. I have gained spiritually and in practical matters from you. I have toyed with cutting it out. But Xanga is one of my sources of keeping up with family. I have NO FAMILY in Mississippi and I feel it’s does keep me in touch. I will pray that you make the right decision, as I will also ask for His guidance in my own situation. Love in Christ, Linda Jane
Whew! You have been busy! I’m glad everything has turned out well. Congratulations on your new grandbaby! A new baby is a precious gift! And I hope you enjoy your “time to rest.” After all, there’s a season for everything.
Well, it would be a bummer to not have your contributions to this little community, but I would completely understand!
You have been very busy. I so hope you do get some much needed rest.
I have cut back on xanga and the computer too, but I am only on it in the evening as I don’t watch TV much. DH takes a nap so I am sometimes on for that hr. as I have to be quite. You are a blessing and an encouragment to me. I would miss you so much! I will pray with you for His leading you about your time. I know how it is. It is time He has given us to use wisely. God bless you and your family. Hugs, Sharon
You have TRULY had a lot on your plate during those busy months. And, at least on Xanga, you’ve never complained about the extra burdens. But I wondered if the whole situation was not taking a toll on you. Your husband is wise to see that you need to slow down a bit, and you’ll be wise to heed his advice. Let yourself catch up a little.
Xanga is a good/bad thing for many of us. I, too, struggle with not spending too much time. In so many ways, it blesses me to have made valuable friendships, such as yours. I benefit greatly from your posts and would hate to not be able to read them. But I know what you mean about it taking away from other important pursuits. For me, it has become a bit habit-forming, and I find myself running to the computer at odd times to see the latest bit of news/information/whatever. Even though it is GOOD STUFF, building me up, I can’t neglect other areas.
Hopefully, you’ll receive the right answer to this question, and when you share it, it will help your readers, as well!
Wow, you certainly have been a busy gal!
I would hate not to be able to read your posts but do know that God will show you the right thing to do.
(Hugs)
Love,
Jennelle