When did life’s value become all about how much can be shoved into a single day?
Modern wisdom tells us that not only does he who dies with the most toys win; but she who can multi-task the most balls with the cleanest house, the most intensely designed meals, all while looking nothing less than perfect, is the one to aspire to be like.
It’s all about what others think of you, even if deep within where nobody can see, you are miserable trying to keep the mirage afloat.
We lament that life is too short, while trying to shove more of the meaningless into an already full schedule.
I want to slow down.  Enjoy the moment and be grateful for it.  Take less is more to heart.
I miss making bread. Turning out handmade meals from simple, wholesome ingredients. The joy of sitting around a table with the ones I love.
I miss indulging in the wonder that is all around me. I’m learning that without nurturing and encouragement, wonder tends to disappear from view.
I want to take the time to create. I love the idea of taking something old and repurposing it. Giving it new life in a new role. While using very little, if any, money.
I have a sewing machine. I want to learn how to create with it. It’s going to take time. But interestingly enough, I believe that by simply slowing down I can find that time. Encourage that creativity that I know dwells somewhere inside of me.
And hopefully repurpose my heart as well.
I really hope and pray that you do learn to slow down and take the day as it comes. I haven’t learned it yet, but I’m trying. If I didn’t have my sewing time I’m sure I’d wither up inside. It is such a therapy for me. I do have one part right…I really don’t care what anyone (except maybe my hubby) thinks of me.
Parker’s smile in the previous post was amazing! It has made my day….:o)
I agree but why do we care about what others think of us. How do I change that? I wish I had the time to sit down and enjoy all my blessings, my children, my husband, my home. Maybe you are right – the more I relax the more time I might have. Maybe I will feel more at peace and happier. My English is not very good, I hope you understand…. Thank you for your thoughts and for telling us about your beautiful boy.
Amen Sister!
Have a very Merry Christmas.
This time of year seems to be the worst, doesn’t it? We should be spending time reflecting on the Savior and our blessings. Instead we are worried about getting the perfect family picture to send out to friends, getting our homes decorated to the NINES, and buying amazing gifts for everyone we know. Let’s not even talk about the copious amounts of baking and other activities we throw into the mix…
And I agree with you on the crafting. If I’m not doing something creative, I can feel it. It just feels like something is missing.
I wish I’d paid more attention when my mom attempted to teach me to sew. But I was too busy being busy.
I’ve slowed down a lot in recent years, and I’m really really good at telling people no.
You are so right. I hope you get the time to sew!
I do not know you, but you are so beautiful! Yet I have not seen a single picture of you. I see the happiness in your son’s eyes and that is enough for me to see what a wonder you are. All you do and the love you two share is so precious! I am sorry you can’t slow down. I know people prolly always tell you this but here goes, if I lived near you I would help take the weight off your shoulders. Have a Merry Christmas and a slower New Year!
Love from snowed in Southern California, Cindy.
Sewing would NOT calm me down. No way ma’am. But, hey, good luck with that.
BTW, I’m going to LA for Christmas (a nephew decided to get married) and so I won’t be claiming my salsa just yet. I won’t forget, though.
Great post Tammy. Thanks for making me think about this again. While I don’t run crazy, and do let go of a lot so that I can focus on priorities, I still have such a long way to go! I am looking forward to a quiet Christmas week home with the girls.
Much, much love!
Well my neice accidently blurted out that I’m getting a sewing machine from my parents so I’m pretty excited. I haven’t used one since high school and I’m ready to learn again. Good luck with that.
Lovely post. I’d love to slow down and enjoy the moments more, too…
Tammy, I feel the EXACT same way!! I dont know where the time goes but I am so TIRED. I want to slow down and enjoy life for once. I hope the new year brings you time to be able to do all these things. No one deserves it more than your family!!
Love you all,
Amy
Absolutely!!! I’ve learned in the last year to slow down a bit. Some weeks it doesn’t seem that way but I try for the most part. I’m so not the kind of person to cram a million things into my day if I can help it. It just doesn’t make me happy. Slowing down is good! It gives you a chance to truly enjoy life!
I have been forced to slow lately, I just am too tired to do as much as I have in the past. This year Christmas will still be as wonderful even though we have not done half the things that we normally do. I hope that you have fun with your sewing machine and learning to sew.
Just stopping by to wish the Hodson family a very Merry Christmas, from our house to yours.
May 2009 bring abundant joy and less health challenges for that dear sweet little Hodson boy.
Happy Holidays. sorry i have not been checking in-have had some issues-left a donation -sorry it could not be larger.
Merry Christmas! Great pic of him in the bathtub! made me smile!
Merry Christmas!