Last week taught me to embrace and allow the small interruptions in my daily life. As you all know, on top of our full-time jobs, we are also starting our business (check it out here – Fyzical Centerville). We are opening soon and with that my anxiety is leaping out like a jack-in-a box. Hits me sometimes out of nowhere when I think about my growing list of things that we have not done and more importantly, the expenses!
Writing should have been my solace, but this too has made it as a to-do list. Overwhelmed, I turn to only thing that has been my refuge – down on my knees to surrender all the swirl I have created. The pearl of wisdom that I received is to enjoy this journey of my life and surrender to the daily interruptions. Psalm 34 tells me to taste and see the goodness of God.
So, I let go. There is nothing else for me to do but to let go of things I cannot control. It is hard as you can imagine if you know me. My mind is constantly thinking, strategically planning, writing goals, etc. so this slowing down is a process. I need to use the gifts given me to my advantage not to work against me.
Slowing down does come with pleasant surprises. Every morning when I drop off my youngest son to school, I look forward to watching the sun rise. It is quite enchanting to see each morning unfolds – the burst of color is different each time. Never fails to give me that feeling of bliss.
Life is beautiful my friends. Let us enjoy this ride for it is the only one we will ever get. Find the beauty in the trivial things – like the sunrise or hug from a loved one. If you are feeling overwhelmed today, stop and take a deep breath. Cry, if you need to. Let it all melt away. Slow down, my friend. Let us enjoy this journey together.
Vian Wheatley 