June 29, 2009

• Vacation "Feeling"

  We had a wonderful week of relaxation and fun, fun, fun!  So, I'm thinking about vacation and trying to determine what to do to keep that "vacation feeling" without being on vacation?  Here's what I am going to work on:

  1.  Slow down.  I heard someone say recently that "No" is a holy word.  It's hardest to say, "no" to all the good opportunities that present themselves.  We have to determine the ones that are most valuable and say, "no" to the rest.  Establish our priorities and focus.

  2.  Simplify.  I need to get rid of stuff.  If we don't love it, it's outta here, y'all.  Living simply requires less time.  The more stuff you have, the more to take care of.  Less chaos and clutter is more appealing to the eye.  It creates a restful and relaxed environment.  Sometimes, you can have half as much and be ten times better off.  Can I hear an amen?

  3.  Laugh and play.  I must refuse to get caught up in all the work of life and caring for a family of six.  Sometimes, I gotta remember that laughing and playing does more for my family and their well-being than mopping the kitchen floor (again). 

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

   

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