Slow Down

I was visiting a wife and mother of four at a meeting today. She was on her way home for a few minutes before heading out to her daughter's volleyball game. She remarked that she did not think her family would have another night at home until November. I don't think she is exaggerating a bit. I can count on one hand the number of nights I have free between now and November. Summer doesn't really end until after Labor Day weekend. But most kids have returned to school and the cycle has started all over again. Life is busy, not just at my friend's house, but in many homes. It is good to be busy but don't let stuff control your life. If you do you will likely risk not having a life. Take some time each day, maybe multiple times a day, to stop, rest and reflect. Take care of yourself and your family. Clear your mind. Reduce your stress. Some stress is good. So is balance. You need to become very good at saying 'NO.' I am doing better, but I have not yet perfected it. There are some very worthwhile things that would be even better if you were involved. But the timing might not be right. Be intentional about saying YES to the things that will strengthen your family. I have heard it said that kids spell love T-I-M-E. Sometime this weekend, grab your family's calendar. Make time with them a priority. Write it down. Make it happen before life gets in the way. Today's Winning Thought: Invest in yourself and your family now. You will not get these minutes back.

Comments

[Laura]

Thanks for this reminder Marv. I have said NO more times recently, but have somehow replaced it with Yes's. I think they have been (and will continue to be) wise Yes's to replace the NOs.