Sometimes I feel so driven by time. My to-do-list feels like the groceries on the conveyor belt at the grocery store. And the belt doesn't stop and the boxes, and bags pile up and up; tumbling all over each other. None of them really going anywhere. And I believe I will never get them all done.
But I decided, as i pondered this picture in my head, I need to stop the conveyor belt (my mind). And not think I have to do them all at once. They are only stressful as I THINK about all of them. They can all sit on the belt quietly waiting their turn. (like good little groceries...:)

Just couldn't resist another picture of Sierra. God has given her the gift of joy!! I miss her.

Had an AMAZING week. Had a blast at Mivoden just talking with some special people. Had some quiet time each day by the river. God teaches me so much when I sit there. Got in a cleaning craving and cleaned the pantry, bathroom cupboards, closet drawers...etc. It feels good to go in to get something and find such organization! Had a great meeting with some WWVA student leaders. WOW, I was impressed with their splendid ideas, passion for giving to others, creativity, and ability to create new ideas, videos so quickly. It was fun!
I've been pondering this quote:
You literally choose by the way you attend to things, what sort of world you live in.(or think you live in.)
So I chose; by how i think, decide to do or not do (or say) something, the peace or misery I live in.
Have a peaceful Sabbath..enjoy the gift.

My new great-niece. She is one of the happiest, smiling babies ever. Loves to look at you and talk and smile!! What a delightful little person. Sierra.

Just bought a new book of quotes, call Love Life.
Try this one on!
Normal Day, Let me be aware of the treasure you are.
Let me learn from you, love you.
Bless you before you depart.
Let me not pass you by in the quest for some rare and perfect tomorrow.

Just came back from a 2 day solitude/God retreat. God gave me awesome insights, truths to live by....I am soooo peaceful inside!! Sweet!!
2 thoughts:
He told me I am kinda a time addict (He gets bold sometimes!!)
And the way I am overcoming it is:: I choose if I am stressed, too much to do, too many thoughts in my head of things to do!! So today I choose to Live Each Moment Intentionally.
Then an acronym for better relationships.
S--- See the person; really perceive them.
U---Understand what they are really trying to say, their perspective (not just judge
them and defend yourself).
D---Discern with your heart. See beyond their words and body language.
S---Speak words of love and truth.
These 4 represent our eyes, our ears, our heart, and our tongue.

I LOVE collecting heart rocks, and on top of the mountain at Priest Lake I found my biggest one ever!! Nice one! (I left it there..ha!)