Yes, this is Day 9. I did not blog on Days 7 and 8.
Rest. Today I am thankful for rest. I didn't blog over the weekend, which was contradictory to my plans. I did, however, have a dentist appointment, sorting the kids' clothes (2/3 done!), cooking, dishes and laundry. You know, the usual. Most of it was on Saturday. I was so thankful to not have to add one more thing to do.
Friday evening, I was blessed to be able to go across the street to my neighbor's birthday party. It was a casual get together, which provided a nice opportunity to relax and have some time that didn't involve children talking my ear off and trying to talk over one another or fight for my attention.
When I don't get enough rest, my entire family feels it. Rest is rejuvenating and helps me be able to tackle the next task, chore, meal, argument, even the next joyous occasion. If I am not well rested, I do not even want to enjoy something. Some times I am so tired that my eyes fall shut as soon as my knees bend and my bottom takes a seat. Even God rested! And He knew the importance of rest by telling us to rest: "This is what the LORD commanded: 'Tomorrow is to be a day of sabbath rest, a holy sabbath to the LORD....'" Exodus 16:23
Sunday was also restful, except for when my kids were bouncing off the walls with excitement while waiting until time to trick-or-treat. They were limited on how many houses from which they were able to receive candy, but they visited many more houses than that to collect food for a local food pantry. This was how God led us when I was struggling with how to give up recognizing Halloween at all. We could use this day when people expect us to come knocking anyway to collect food for those who don't have enough. It's a way to turn a day considered to be unGodly into a day of good, to bless others. This just may turn into an annual tradition in our house. I am thankful for God's voice and for His suggestion. (This may get a post of its own outside of this series, because I am that excited about it!
Many others are counting their blessings, too. To read what others are thankful for today, hop on over to Branch of Wisdom.
Thank you for sharing these sweet blessings with us today!
ReplyDeleteWe had a very suprisingly had a very restful Sunday. It was a joy to just relax, and snuggle.
ReplyDeleteThere is nothing better than resting.
ReplyDeleteSunday should be like this, a restful day, but most days, it is non-stop :(
Your idea is a wonderful! What a testimony to others...they get the opportunity to help others.
M.
Rest is a great thing to be thankful for!!! What is restufl to one might not be to another. I enjoy crocheting or knitting while a friend of mine enjoys baking. I think it is the slowness and enjoyment of rest that revives us no matter what we do or how we do it.
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