In the end, May has been a quick exchange of quiet spring to lush June-like green and glory. Now we're mowing the grass every few days. Trees are leafed out. And the patio flowers planted.
The church calendar was too full, but it all took place with or without us while we did our best to choose well. We chose a worky but relaxing cabin weekend over something school related, I think, but we hadn't missed the music program.I completely missed the memo on a bridal shower for one of the school teachers, but I think that was over the time I was sick. So that felt weird. I've noticed that you can tell when life is too full if when you get sick you're kind of relieved to be able to check out for a few days. So yeah May was barely doable for anyone feeling obligated to all of it.
This week, Elv mowed the lawn, so I have time to have a slow day. For the first time since I was sick I got to do ordinary things, at my leisure. I had coffee with Lisl who showed me her gardens. I washed eggs and stirred up cinnamon roll dough. Tonight, there's a chorus group performing at church and we are planning to go.
But we are so blessed. Beauty, I believe, is likely the best part. Beauty comes from industry, of course, when it's about lawns and gardens. But it's so worth it because soon it stops us in our tracks and calls us to be thankful and to take time to worship.
For those who need to know. Intense meetings to solve conflicts do not help my processing/grace growing apparatus. Quiet and meditation and happy work and grandkids and birding does. I have simple aspirations. To love my people better. To take care of friends and family, better. Pray better. Be stronger physically and spiritually.
I hope to be a gracious old lady full of kindness and hospitality. I am still learning the best way to deal with foolishness and conflict. I expect to be challenged. I know I'll make mistakes. Still I want to be known as the fun Marmee and a trustworthy confidante for my friends and grandkids. I intend to walk in wisdom toward all.
I know that God wants everybody and that he needs people who enjoy delving into the dirty work to solve issues. Hats off to those people, too.
Truth is, we all need Jesus and the cross. He has given us the Holy Spirit and promise of eternal life for anyone who comes to Him.
Bring on June. Let's see the beauty. Let's spread kindness.
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