Sometimes, I just
know… I know when it’s time to
give myself needed rest and relaxation; like last Sunday afternoon, after
returning from a local botanical garden where I spent time with Mark
luxuriating amongst the lovely tulips.
I came home, so very excited and inspired by all the beauty I saw
there. Yet, I was exhausted. In retrospect, there were plenty of
good explanations for it. The week
before had been action packed. I
don’t think my calendar had one blank spot on it (and, that included evenings,
too!). Plus, I’d spent my Saturday
traveling to and from Columbus; which was awesome—albeit one long day. So, without hesitation, Tabitha (my
tabby cat) and I settled in on the sofa for an afternoon nap. I just knew it’s what I needed to do!
Sometimes, however,
a nap is not enough. I need a day,
morning or afternoon to myself to do nothing; aside from being still, nurturing
myself, feeding my soul. I know
this when the little things people say (and don’t say) bother me. I know this when I’m fixated over a
scuff on my bootie. I know this
when my morning tea break doesn’t seem like an exciting respite. I could go on…
Today, I had originally planned to take a vacation day. But, more recently I’d pretty much
talked myself into only taking a half a day for various reasons (“I’ll save my
leave time for later,” “There are a few things I need to do in the office
Wednesday morning,” etc.). After
stopping to listen to the small, yet wise voice residing deep within, I’ve
reassessed this, though; simply because, I know better. And, as a result, I’ve given myself a
much-needed day off!
May your Wednesday
be relaxing, restorative and laden with intuitive restfulness! T.
