'In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength.'
~ Isaiah 30:15 ~
Kind of odd, isn't it. We've got to plug in our screens to give them more juice, recharge the batteries before they fade, and keep those omnipresent electronic lifelines in tip-top running condition.
And yet the exact opposite is true for us as human beings.
We've got to unplug from those very same screens to breathe deep in solitude. To recharge our waning energy, to revive the depths of who we are at the soul level, and invite the creative juices to flow with more oomph.
Especially us introverts. {Don't miss what Holley Gerth says about loving us well!}
And that's pretty much what I'm going to be doing the next few weeks as we nest at our little Cape Cod haven. My Mom hasn't been well so I plan on spending as much time with my parents as they can take {oh, no, is she here AGAIN?!}. I'm hoping for endless walks, searching for those ever elusive hidden sea glass gems along deserted shorelines. I plan to fill those yet unclaimed journal pages with deeply seated words that are yearning to be spilled out. Assorted family members will be coming and going and I can't wait to spend some needed downtime with them as we turn the corner into autumn's soft glow.
I'll be dropping in online very occasionally. 'Cause responding to your comments has become a non-negotiable joy around here! But then I'll be stepping back again to rest and read, putter and walk, re-imagine and re-create. And maybe lean straight into an serendipitous adventure or two. Without all that endlessly enticing online stimulation.
Unplugged.
I'll miss you. I bet I'll even have some withdrawal symptoms.
Because sometimes the gift we need the most can be the hardest one to receive.
And yet the exact opposite is true for us as human beings.
We've got to unplug from those very same screens to breathe deep in solitude. To recharge our waning energy, to revive the depths of who we are at the soul level, and invite the creative juices to flow with more oomph.
Especially us introverts. {Don't miss what Holley Gerth says about loving us well!}
And that's pretty much what I'm going to be doing the next few weeks as we nest at our little Cape Cod haven. My Mom hasn't been well so I plan on spending as much time with my parents as they can take {oh, no, is she here AGAIN?!}. I'm hoping for endless walks, searching for those ever elusive hidden sea glass gems along deserted shorelines. I plan to fill those yet unclaimed journal pages with deeply seated words that are yearning to be spilled out. Assorted family members will be coming and going and I can't wait to spend some needed downtime with them as we turn the corner into autumn's soft glow.
I'll be dropping in online very occasionally. 'Cause responding to your comments has become a non-negotiable joy around here! But then I'll be stepping back again to rest and read, putter and walk, re-imagine and re-create. And maybe lean straight into an serendipitous adventure or two. Without all that endlessly enticing online stimulation.
Unplugged.
I'll miss you. I bet I'll even have some withdrawal symptoms.
Because sometimes the gift we need the most can be the hardest one to receive.
Hugs ~
~> If you've never subscribed to this online community, would you do so today? And I'd love to know that you'll be here when I roll back on in ...
Your time away sounds heavenly, Linda! You will be missed, but I hope you have a wonderful, relaxing, refilling time, my friend. I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. Praying for some very special moments between the two of you in these coming weeks. Much love to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteI love making those memories, for sure! And I so appreciate your prayers for my mom. Bless you, Candace ...
DeleteI am so sorry to hear about your mom. I will be praying for her. Praying for you both as you spend time together. You will be missed but you are reflecting how there are times when unplugging is truly what needs to be done. Much love. xoxo
ReplyDeleteYep, I'm already feeling lighter with no posts on the horizon! I didn't want to start getting 'crispy' ... and I didn't want to be distracted from that special time with the family. Thanks for praying for us, Beth ...
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Hi Linda! Have a wonderful time, being a joy and seeking it too. Hope you find loads of sea glass. That stuff is so pretty! I just bought a necklace of sea glass for my sister in law. She really liked it.
ReplyDeleteI pray that your mom will be heartened by your visit ( and you KNOW she loves to see you!) and that it will serve to give her the peace she needs to feel better.
Be safe! Hurry back :)
Ceil
Well, your sister-in-law is surely blessed to have someone with such good taste in her life! And yes, we are feeling heartened and encouraged right now as the family gets together. God is so good ... even / especially when our circumstances aren't what we'd like them to be.
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So glad you are doing this for YOUrself, Linda! Sounds like a serendipitous adventure alright! Be blessed!
ReplyDeleteAnd if I take any fabulous photos outdoors, it'll be you I'm thinking of, June!
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Sounds amazing! Time with family and time spent reading are definitely necessary for survival!
ReplyDeleteYou said it all, Sarah. It's so free-ing to let go of routine ... even things I love, like writing online. I expect my journal to get a real workout!
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I will be praying for peace, joy,and love to surround you as you spend this important time with your parents and your family--nothing more precious here on this earth! I will miss you!
ReplyDeleteThose prayers I so cherish, my friend. Thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart!
DeleteOh, Linda. It's going to be an important time. And will be praying for you and all those you love. I love the last sentence of this post. Profound , in a sense I have been unplugged-- reading a few blogs here and there(yours) and having no energy to compose the simplest message. Still on the narcotics and the anti-nausea -- feeling bland and sure does seem to play some havoc with emotions. Enjoy time w your family. There is nothing on eArth that brings me more joy than spending time w family
ReplyDeleteGod has kept you on my heart during these weeks of recovery, Carol, and I have been lifting you right back up to Him, the Great Physician. I hope that you'll find each day giving you more strength, less pain, and a greater sense of getting back to normal.
DeleteGrace & peace, my friend ...
I'm realizing how important rest is more and more. Enjoy your unplugged time, hope it's a time of refreshment for you. Praying your mom gets better, take care.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Alecia! Your kind words are a fresh breeze on this hot, sticky evening!
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Unplugging was the best thing I've ever done!! It such a relief not to have that endless nagging to check a screen every hour or so!! Even when my job requires me to log on, I can do what I need to do and then walk away without another thought. I now can give my kids my full attention, hang out with my parents more and even respond to awesome blogs! Enjoy your mom and your "you" time!!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you came through your decision to unplug from Facebook with flying colors! And I'm excited, too, because it means that you are here in this space more often, bringing your life experience and wisdom to the table. We're all benefiting, Val!
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I hope your time away is a good one for you Linda. Also praying your mom enjoys your visit. See you when you get back.
ReplyDeleteSo good to have you drop by, Bill ...
DeleteOh, how I wish we could go "sea-glass hunting" together on that beach, Linda! You soak up all the rest and refueling time you need, sweet sister! We're all okay back here at the corral--praying for you and your sweet mama! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteWe scooped up little pieces of clear, brown, and green glass tumbled by the ocean waves today on a long, long beach walk. Not a huge haul, but just enough to make us smile at the thrill of the hunt! And yes, Beth, it would have been great fun to have you and your man join us in the search ...
DeleteBlessings. It's good to see you again!
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It sounds absolutely wonderful! Rest, restoration and family-what a great combination! Enjoy the moments, treasure God's gifts and make new memories to take you into the future. Blessings my friend!
ReplyDeleteYou said it well, Mary! 'Rest, restoration and family.' And lots of activity thrown in for good measure. It's good to be away and yet occasionally pop in online to see what's happening.
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Isa 30:15 is one of my favorite scriptures. I'm sorry to hear your mom isn't well. I'll be praying for her recovery and your care of her. Find rest in your unplugging, my friend!
ReplyDeleteIt's truly a joy to be near my parents, through thick and thin. I so appreciate your prayers for our family, Lisa. Thank you so much ...
DeleteI've been spending less time online lately, and sometimes it's necessary so we can focus on important things (like spending time with your family!) Hope you enjoy your time with your mother, Linda. Cape Cod is a perfect spot for relaxing with your family.
ReplyDeleteYou're so right, Yuko! When all is said and done, I don't think any of us would say, 'I wish I had spent more time online!'
DeleteYes, yes. Family first.
Breaks are essential. Breaks are rejuvenating. Wish you a good time off and better health to your mother. I am sure your presence alone is gonna blow away half her problems.
ReplyDelete-Tanya
http://tanyaanurag.blogspot.com/
Hoping & praying that God uses our hours with Mom & Dad to breathe life & laughter & love-filled blessings into their souls!
DeleteI'm grateful you've come by to say 'hi,' Tanya ...
EnJOY!
ReplyDeleteI'm chomping at the bit, getting ready to jump back in with a great big splash!
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