Wow, it has been FOREVER since I've been here. . .my laptop cord needed to be repaired, so I've been without extended computer access. It was very difficult at first, but God kept me busy. I've been spending my summer so far with my teenage in-laws and my girlfriends and their kids on regular rotation. My backdoor has been a revolving door of activity of little feet and swimming gear and hungry adolescent tummies. There have been movie nights, campfires with S'mores, pancake breakfasts, and sleepovers. While there have been days where we had to stay home due to an empty gas tank, once we settled into the day at home it was a wonderful relief to not have to drive anywhere (especially since my car has no A/C since the wreck this spring). My only complaint is that I always seem to be one or two seats short for whatever adventure we are taking next. I find myself looking longingly at minivans instead of trucks. . .
Its been challenging, too. Mostly because I've had to adjust to all the free time. About a week ago, sleeping in and low productivity got on my nerves. So, I'm back to 8pm bedtimes and 5am mornings. Its felt more like me than I've felt in awhile. A year ago, I was in the best shape of my life - due to hard work and discipline. Yeah, my old friend "discipline." She's been on the shelf too long. I've had to dust off "discipline" and reintroduce myself to her. I'm still me, but some things have changed. Every morning, a fresh list gets written on the chalkboard in my kitchen - 5 things or less. Its a slow start, but its making a difference. Jesus is helping me everyday remember who I am in Him. Though I get restless without my classes, its not too long before blessings in the shape of family and friends remind me of how special this summer break really is, and how very much I needed it.
Well, tonight is karate for T-man at church, so I'd better get a move on. Hope your summer nest has been as blessed as ours. : -)
