You haven't heard from me lately because I've been trying to do more of something I don't do enough of... resting. I came down with something a week ago Monday evening- fever, chills, aches, nausea. I thought it was a stomach virus or a mild case of the flu, but I never did figure out exactly what it was since all of that only lasted for about 24 hours. It turned out to be a miserable cold and it majorly slowed me down. The house was a wreck and my family ate a lot of last-minute thrown-together meals. This past weeked I made resting my number one priority in hopes that by yesterday I would feel wonderful again. I was rather successful at resting, even though I haven't been sleeping well lately. And while I wouldn't describe myself as "wonderful" yesterday, I certainly feel 100% better than I did a week ago!! I really take my health for granted when I'm feeling fine. A big thanks to Pete who did more than his fair share of the parenting and household tasks this weekend when I was lounging.
I recently came across this quote. I think it's a good reminder for all of us.
Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop. - OVID
About Me
- Kris
- I am a wife, a mother, a daughter, a sister, and a friend. But first I'm a woman and I'm committed to taking care of myself so that I can have good relationships with others. This is not always easy. Okay, some days it's just plain impossible but I'm working at it! For almost 3 1/2 years I have been home raising children. Though quite difficult at first, I feel very content with my lifestyle choice. I am grateful that I have this "choice" and that it was mine to make. In college, I spent three months living in Costa Rica, Central America, for a Study Service Term. While there, I became familiar with the term Pura Vida. My interpretation of the phrase is "life is good." Sure, I have complaints and I am full of flaws. Many times things don't go my way. But hey, who has the perfect life (and wouldn't that be boring)?! My life is good!!
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