The Blessing of Taking a Day of Rest

July 3, 2026July 2, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

A couple years ago, when life was feeling very overwhelming, I began implementing a day that I call my Sabbath (Rest). It’s been on Friday’s because that’s the day that works best for my schedule. I sleep in as long as I’m able. I spend longer periods of time in God’s Word and prayer than on the other days of the week. That in itself makes this day so special!

I move slowly through the day and try not to do any heavy kind of work. I also try to schedule time with a friend for coffee or lunch. The fellowship of another believer is so refreshing. Last week I met a friend at Starbucks located in Barnes and Noble. The seating area is so quiet and a little secluded. That was also restful!

Let me take a side step and tell you about the delicious beverage I ordered, at my daughter’s recommendation.

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January Recap

January 30, 2026January 29, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

After a lovely six weeks of rest and time at home, D and D Ministries started back up the second week of January. We jumped in with both feet, hosting our first Refuge and Refreshment retreat. That means that we planned and hosted a two night, three day retreat at a retreat center. We had precious friends come and cook all the meals, our daughters and one son-in-law were there to serve alongside us, ministering to so many needs.

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Rest

Taking Time To Rest

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025 RefreshHer2 Comments

Remember when you were little and your mom made you take a nap or at least have “rest time?” As adults, it’s so easy to push and push and push without stopping to take a breath and simply rest. I admit that I am constantly on the go, trying to finish my “to-do” list before the day is over. That’s when my sweet, loving husband will come to me and “make me take a nap” or at least slow down and get off my feet to “chill” as he calls it. I’m thankful.

This Monday I was tired from a busy weekend of ministry. With Dale’s encouragement, I did accomplish some things, but I made time to intentionally slow down. It was rainy and dark – a perfect day to stay home and enjoy the pleasure of a day of rest. I posted a few of these pics on Instagram, but this is how I spent my day –

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Family life · Rest

Time To Refresh

July 18, 2025July 18, 2025 RefreshHerLeave a comment

This summer has been busy as we have served at The Wilds Christian Camp three days each week. So many people, knowing our busyness and our age (!) have shared their concern for our rest. We are grateful and we listen to their cautions not to overdo. The Lord has superintended times each weekend that refresh and renew us. I thought I’d share a few pictures of those scenarios.

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Staycation At Its Best

May 23, 2025May 22, 2025 RefreshHerLeave a comment

What fun it can be to pack up our bags and travel to far away places. It’s exciting to explore new cities and amazing landmarks. However, I have found that to really be able to rest, my favorite place is close to home.

There’s nothing like sitting in the quiet corners of my own house filled with comfy chairs, lamps put in just the right place for reading and ambiance with a cup of coffee on the side table. There’s also the simple joy of sitting out on the back porch on these lovely late spring days, admiring all the roses in bloom and the wisteria swaying in the breeze, knowing we have no where we have to be…only together.

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