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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.
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 –
Continue reading “Taking Time To Rest”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.
Continue reading “Time To Refresh”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.
Continue reading “Staycation At Its Best”As Promised, I’m recapping another fun event that happened during Christmas. It is a favorite memory I won’t soon forget! This is a great idea for the long, cold winter months!
Continue reading “A Winter Get-Away”
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