Month: June 2024

Mornings are my favorite time of the day, it’s where I thrive but having pots has made me question this thought only because it’s the mornings that remined me the most that I have pots. Sure, my mind is awake and ready to seize the day, but my body just isn’t there anymore. It’s a constant battle between wanting to jump out of bed and start my day and the reality of having to take it slow and steady. But I refuse to let pots define me or hold me back in any aspect of my life.

One thing that has helped me cope with this condition is finding little ways to make my mornings more manageable. For instance, practicing a mindful wake up so I have time for a slower morning routine, making sure I have plenty of water by my bedside to help with hydration, and taking deep breaths, placing a hand over my heart feeling it beat and breathing prayer all before even attempting to get up.

I’ve also learned the importance of listening to my body and not pushing myself too hard in the mornings. If I need a little less movement then I practice a restorative yoga instead of the strength training that I do. All this is good, and so needed but I also walk a fine line of not giving in to my body and allowing a sedentary life to begin. I need to move or get worse but yet it’s the movement that causes problems.

So, it was this fine tight rope I was walking the other day when I realized it’s a lesson in life. There are times when you just need to push through and other times you need to move on. It’s all about balance and knowing when to do each.

I couldn’t help but reflect on how this simple task of balancing on a tight rope mirrors our daily lives. We are constantly faced with challenges and obstacles that require us to find a delicate balance between pushing through and letting go.

Just like walking on a tight rope, sometimes we need to persevere and push through difficult situations. It may seem impossible at first, but with determination and focus, we can make it to the other side.

But there are also times when it’s important to recognize when something is not worth the struggle and it’s best to let go. Just like how a tight rope walker must release their grip in order to move forward, we too must learn to let go of things that no longer serve us.

The key is finding the balance between when to push through and when to let go. It’s not always easy, but with practice and self-awareness, we can learn how to navigate our lives with more grace and ease.

As I reach the end of my task on this tight rope, I am reminded that life is a continual journey of finding balance. And just like how each step on the tight rope requires focus and intention, every decision we make in life should be approached with the same mindfulness.

I approach this with my daily prayer and devotions. This is where I find my help. This is where I get my help to make that next move.

Psalm 143:8: “Let me hear of your unfailing love each morning, for I am trusting you. Show me where to walk, for I give myself to you.”

Psalm 5:3: “In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.”

Proverbs 8:17: “I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me.”

Matthew 6:33: “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”

So, as we continue on our individual paths, let’s remember to take a moment to reflect on what it means to find balance in our daily lives. Because only then can we truly let go of the things that no longer serve us and make room for new experiences and growth.

Some of my favorite memories of being a new mom are those quiet, still moments in the middle of the night or at dawn. The house would be hushed, the world asleep, and it was just me and my baby, cocooned in a bubble of tranquility. We’d share a connection that words can’t quite capture—a bond forged in the peacefulness of the night, as soft melodies of lullabies and nursery rhymes filled the room. My daughter or son would look up at me, eyes wide with curiosity, and I’d feel such a profound sense of love and joy.

In those moments, they didn’t understand the lyrics, but they felt the love in my voice. As they drifted back to sleep, I’d hold them close, cherishing every precious second. It’s these tender memories that come to mind when I read Zephaniah 3:17:

“The LORD your God in your midst,

The Mighty One, will save;

He will rejoice over you with gladness,

He will quiet you with His love,

He will rejoice over you with singing.”

What a beautiful image—God singing over us! Just like I soothed my babies with lullabies, God’s gentle melodies offer us comfort and hope. His voice, tender and full of love, calms our stormy lives. When we feel overwhelmed and lost, His divine tunes guide us to safety, filling our hearts with peace and joy.

There are times, of course, when we’re too caught up in our own distress to hear His song. We might be in the throes of our own worries, unable to feel His touch or hear His voice. But that doesn’t mean He isn’t there. Just like when my son was too upset to be immediately comforted by my lullabies—it didn’t mean I wasn’t holding and singing over him; he just needed time to settle.

Oh, friend, how different life feels when we remember that God sings over us. Allowing His peace to calm even the biggest crying fit, we can look up with wide, curious eyes of love. In our fast-paced world, it’s so easy to get swept up in the chaos and lose sight of what truly matters. But when we pause to remember that we are loved and cherished by our Creator, everything else fades into the background.

So, take a deep breath and soak in His love that surrounds you. Close your eyes for just a moment and listen for His song. Embrace the stillness and let His peace wash over you. Remember, you are not alone on this journey. You are a cherished child of God, and He is always with you, singing over you with love.