Frequent Doses of Suitable Quietness

Greetings Friends,

Today I talked about how not to grow weary in well-doing, which is a phrase from Galations 6:9, and I was referring to the dozens of tasks everyone has at home these days. 

"And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up."

On the way home from the J.A. walk this morning, it occurred to me I rarely show the back yard area of The Manse, so here is a picture. It isn't as well developed as the view of the front porch, but I am working on it.

More from the walk this morning.

I spoke of getting this book for recording special days of your loved ones. It is called 

Days to Remember with illustrations by Donna Green. I suggested some of you who are skilled in making journals, can make one of your own and include your own art. It has all the days of the month with space to record everyone's dates.

Around The Manse Today:

Thanks to the friend who gave me this pretty painting she found at a thrift store. I am really enjoying it. 

 

Preventing weariness at home:

1. Ask God to help you look at tasks with a renewed interest.

2. Freshen up by adding points of interest in small ways that don't take a complete overhaul--small touches.

3. Work around limitations such as interruptions, bad news, space problems, structural problems.

4. Use waking up too early to finish things and give yourself more leisure in the day.

5. Keep a list of enjoyable goals for later.

I also read Jane Austen's advice to apply "frequent doses of suitable quietness."

Please enjoy your home while you listen to the episode, and thank you for visiting!