A day full of self-care is all it takes to make the difference between a roller coaster spinning out of control and smooth sailing. First, thank you for all your words of encouragement yesterday. They help more than you know. I do have to remind myself that it’s just been three years. I’m still actively grieving. And, as my sweet friend Jamie points out to me…no amount of busy distraction and exercise can keep me from the work at hand.

My family heard me. I explained where I am in this journey and that I really do try to do my best. And, my “best” varies with the wind. They were understanding, loving, and supportive. I didn’t go to Water World and sit in the heat. I worked on my book proposal till mid-afternoon. Then I took a nap. I met the kids for dinner and then my older daughter and I went out to a movie. It was a day of self-care and love and peace and I felt SO much better afterward. Sometimes you just have to take this one day at a time.

I’m staying home today and writing. I finished the chapter summaries yesterday. Today I work on the book summary…sort of a “Cliff Notes” version. I’m so excited! I really want this part done so I can move on to the manuscript. This is quite a process!

❤️

“The Lord replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.””

Exodus 33:14 NIV

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