tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post3641532343740407866..comments2024-03-18T18:45:59.168-07:00Comments on Home Living: The Importance of Rest in the HomeLydiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15530969871397361970noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-22251322299043169182012-03-24T13:29:05.188-07:002012-03-24T13:29:05.188-07:00Everyone needs rest. When my kids were little I to...Everyone needs rest. When my kids were little I took a nap everyday. Now that they are older, I don't has much. Yesterday I just gave in and sleep for about half an hour.Debbiehttp://www.lifegivingnook.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-53091616879303304902011-09-26T21:02:18.466-07:002011-09-26T21:02:18.466-07:00The most important thing about rest is the way it ...The most important thing about rest is the way it removes you from noise and pressures and helps you think about your soul, and God, and your connection to eternity.Lydiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15530969871397361970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-63514359817093622682011-09-26T14:12:57.633-07:002011-09-26T14:12:57.633-07:00To the lady who was asked her age: I had a experie...To the lady who was asked her age: I had a experience a little similar when I was in my younger 30's. I was at a museum, and the curator asked me if I was under 18 and would like to join their youth club... I was excessively amused, and told the curator of her mistake. She was so embarrassed! I thought it was flattering, but I realized when she felt awkward about her mistake, the best thing Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-36468904512431146732011-09-26T13:11:04.386-07:002011-09-26T13:11:04.386-07:00I really enjoy your blog, and this is off topic, b...I really enjoy your blog, and this is off topic, but I really wanted to have your opinion on something. I went to a movie with some ladies from church; I was the oldest, though not old enough for a "senior citizen's discount." When I got up to the counter, the high school aged looking boy asked me my age. I wasn't expecting it, so I responded with "Excuse me?" He Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-5108595195108682022011-09-26T06:25:36.771-07:002011-09-26T06:25:36.771-07:00Thank you for taking the time to write this detail...Thank you for taking the time to write this detailed and practical post.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-54322995846873858782011-09-25T21:23:27.955-07:002011-09-25T21:23:27.955-07:00Thank you, Lady Lydia, for this timely reminder. ...Thank you, Lady Lydia, for this timely reminder. I get feeling guilty when I'm tired and want to rest. I have health issues and our children are grown and gone to their own homes, but I still am sooo busy! I want - no, I need to take a rest in the day. Thank you for this reminder.<br />blessings to you - carolAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-79244721908035206702011-09-25T19:59:25.116-07:002011-09-25T19:59:25.116-07:00Now that my husband has retired my days have many ...Now that my husband has retired my days have many more interruptions. I have noted he finds time to take a nap and so I should do so too. I find myself running around almost more than before trying to catch up on things. My time now not being my own, the house is getting run down it seems. He still does the usual things he did but nothing he did were the every day things it takes to run a homeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-72406669495227697342011-09-24T19:44:44.177-07:002011-09-24T19:44:44.177-07:00I deeply appreciate this post. Thank you. In my ...I deeply appreciate this post. Thank you. In my efforts to support the family, I have been over-scheduled and under-rested. You reminded me of the need for a bit of rest during the day.Cynthia Berengerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00279986220054651908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-58034127263008542562011-09-24T18:56:21.776-07:002011-09-24T18:56:21.776-07:00If you want to get very relaxed and able to sleep ...If you want to get very relaxed and able to sleep more easily in the day, wear loose clothing, or put on a flannel nightgown and sleep unrestricted by waistbands and buttons, etc. Gowns are often very roomy and you can rest without being pinched by your clothing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-15458232781206175042011-09-24T16:50:04.271-07:002011-09-24T16:50:04.271-07:00Without enough rest, we tend to have more accident...Without enough rest, we tend to have more accidents and health issues. Even your skin quality has a lot to do with rest.Lydiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15530969871397361970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-85683914105332056012011-09-24T13:57:06.076-07:002011-09-24T13:57:06.076-07:00You posted a while back some titles of fiction tha...You posted a while back some titles of fiction that inspired women in their homemaking. Do you have any other titles you can give us? :)<br />Thank you in advance!<br />GinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-58084234255865709862011-09-24T12:20:07.230-07:002011-09-24T12:20:07.230-07:00Rest is also a natural muscle relaxant, and can re...Rest is also a natural muscle relaxant, and can relieve various types of pain and dis-ease. Some people say that more rest helps them to have clear skin or get rid of illnesses caused by nervousness. <br /><br />Whatever the benefits, rest is something that God created for the renewal of the body and the spirit. Jesus asked his disciples to come away with him to a quiet place, and rest.Lydiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15530969871397361970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-10213447414002312102011-09-24T12:19:26.915-07:002011-09-24T12:19:26.915-07:00Wonderful, delightful post! I've made my bedro...Wonderful, delightful post! I've made my bedroom quite inviting and have seen rest do a wonderful thing for my health.Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12895742601976073283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-598090190606297102011-09-24T10:41:44.457-07:002011-09-24T10:41:44.457-07:00This encouraging and uplifting post is what I need...This encouraging and uplifting post is what I needed to read today. There are many helpful suggestions to ponder and practice. I especially struggle with thoughts that want to steal away my rest so I appreciate the reminder to send them away and replace them with a Scripture or a song....something lovely, good, and pure.Lynnenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9186456.post-80070080207693457282011-09-24T08:33:26.837-07:002011-09-24T08:33:26.837-07:00Thank you for this reminder today as I plan out my...Thank you for this reminder today as I plan out my coming week.<br /> With this new busy season and schedule of homeschooling and chores, I have been neglecting a rest time and find myself ready to drop about the time I need to make dinner! I will be scheduling a half hour in my afternoon to sit down and rest now.<br />Thank you for your encouraging words to us-you are a blessing!<br /><br />AmyAmy Techentinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00694160158545747651noreply@blogger.com