I was visiting a couple last night after my “66” class (Route 66 where I take them through the books of the Bible. It is a two year series of lessons).
My daughter texted me. “No blog post?”
“Nope.”
“Everything okay?”
“Yep. Just busy.”
Crazy busy, actually. We have been hosting Systems of Care (a group consisting of multiple organizations directly involved in getting youth help) until their new building is finished. I’m involved. That happened yesterday. After that I needed to go home and cut grass before the rain hits for several days in a row. Otherwise, I would need a farmer to bale it. (I even passed up a ride!). I had several other things to do and before I knew it, it was time for Prayer meeting and then 66. And the visit afterwards at their house.
I’m not complaining, even though the past few weeks have been like that. I’d rather be busy than bored.
However, there comes a time we all need to slow down from the busyness. I know I do. Every time I walk into my ManCave my bike is crying and calls out my name. I get a towel, wipe it down and hold it. (Not really but you get my drift). 🙂 Tomorrow is my day off. See the smile???
We all need to slow down. We all need time off. Take it and don’t feel guilty. What about you? Are you getting your time away from the busyness?
Actually when you start forcing things (like writing blogs to meet a completely arbitrary schedule), that is when it becomes a chore and the fun seeps out.
Exactly. That was my feeling after i was done studying. I had other things to do or write my blog. I chose the other. Thanks for understanding Daniel.
Yes, we do, indeed, need to slow down and stop being in such a hurry. It felt so good to take a break from my blog for two weeks recently. I came back to it recharged and full of energy!
Blessings, Bill!
It was cool looking at the pictures from your vacation. Glad you recharged.
Hope you enjoy your day off tomorrow, Bill! We do all need to pace ourselves and make sure we have balance in our lives. Easier said than done. May the wind stay at your back on Friday. 🙂
I plan to Lisa. I need my day off. I hope if I ride my bike it is at my back. 🙂
I have found busyness actually increasing… but I suspect you already knew that. The one outlet I have is Tae kwon do . It allows me to take a step out of the day to day for a couple hours twice a week and do something I thoroughly enjoy. It’s mentally and physically challenging but different than my typical 8-? work day sitting behind a computer. I couldn’t agree more with you… Life must be balanced otherwise one will burn out… trust me I have been there.
Yeah I know it is increasing. But I also know important TKD is to you and your family. What a great thing to share with them. Burnout is not fun for sure.
I have a week off from work in two weeks!!!
Oh yeah!
I’m riding my Harley to New Orleans first of May for the Jazz festival. My idea of balancing things.
Sounds like fun.