Coffee, Journaling, Prayer

I got some coffee. Sinan the Orange found me right away and is warming me up as he is snuggled between my ankles again. And the crows that had been quiet are making a great deal of noise. The sunshine is kissing the trunks of the trees in back of us. And I still cannot believe how many trees in back of us held on to their leaves all winter. The water filters of the turtle tanks are also making a great deal of noise. I feel the warmth of the cat between my ankles. A cloud just moved over the sun so it got a little dark for a moment. Last night was the 7 planet parade where 7 lined up in a line. It's the last time that will happen until 2040. And it was the New Moon.  It is now Rosh Chodesh and the 1st day of Adar. I just realized something I have not done lately, and I cannot help but think, it is no wonder why I am so exhausted. I have not spent an extended period of time worshipping, praising, and thanking the Lord. I should probably rectify that. But first, I am feeling the pull ...

I cannot believe it is already March already. Never mind that it is March of the year 2025. Where does the time go? The last few months have been pretty busy. I am out of shape, have not been eating the best, have not been exercising like I should, and have been doing a great deal of counseling and support of friends (helping them be free in the Lord and have a deeper and active faith). This means it is rather easy to become exhausted without even realizing I was on my way to being so. This means a day of rest is something I do not take for granted. It is needed. Thoroughly. I took my husband to a cafe I discovered a couple of months ago. Today was out first opportunity to go. It's along a large river and is in a picturesque town. We have read our day's Bible reading and are not taking it easy as we finally have nice enough weather that we have our windows open and we are airing out the house, which is so thoroughly needed. Now we are taking it easy and husband is trying to tak...

When was the last time you took a day to rest? When was the last time you took a day of rest once a week? Have you ever?