But I have learned two very valuable lessons during this break. The first is that sometimes in the tribe my kids tell me they are bored. And I feel guilty. But we went to the mall, bought them each a new toy, took them to McDonalds, and then we went swimming in the pool all in one day and they still told me they were bored. So from now on I will no longer feel guilty when I hear those words...no matter where we are.
Tomorrow I go for all my medical tests, and I have to admit that I am really looking forward to it. It might as well be a spa day for me. My husband is going to drop me off at the hospital and take the kids to do fun stuff in the city. And I am going to sit in the waiting room quietly reading my kindle and hope that they get behind an hour... or two. It is going to be wonderful. And sure I will have an appointment with this contraption instead of a masseuse, but honestly it will be worth to just get a little quiet time by myself.
So, the second very valuable lesson I have learned is that the thing I miss the most... crave the deepest since we moved into this ministry is not food, or modern conveniences. It is simple peace and quiet. Precious solitude. And it may be a very weird way to get it. But I am going to be thankful for it nonetheless.
Even as a little girl you treasured solitude and could entertain yourself for hours. So glad you are getting some, though I would have preferred you had been at a spa. I love you! Mom
ReplyDeletei'm sorry you're back at the hospital, praying that all goes well. i am glad that you're getting some time away and using (our collective) ministry support to do so. anyone who thinks that getting away from ministry for a while isn't part of the ministry is kidding themselves. you're not much use if you're burned out. have fun, eat yummy food, and find some alone time. <3 nik
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