Time Flies When You are Having Fun

I have learned with age, like everyone else, that the older I get, time just seems to fly by, as "they" say. Whoever "they" are. My sister frequently refers to "they", whoever "they" are, but she can never tell me who "they" are either.

I can hardly believe it is January 27. I have been present and accounted for the past 27 days, but it just seems like it is moving too quickly. I have not accomplished all the goals I had established this month. I don't guess it is anything to fret over, due to the fact, that the project elves have not waltzed into my office or my home and completed them for me, as much as I wish they would. I have completed some task, and I am thankful for the ones completed. I have made progress on others. The month has not been wasted. Like always I am sure I have set my goals too high. That tends to be the Wanda way.

As I age, I have learned that I like simple. The book of Ecclesiastes, Chapter 3, discusses there is an appointed time for everything. I love this chapter of the Bible. It is written very simply. For me, is very easy to understand in relation to other scripture.

I think about the kids in my life. Will they ever have the opportunity to slow down and enjoy life? Our world is centered around constant action and entertainment. Cell phones, ipods, laptop computers, portable dvd players just to mention a few. All designed to make our life easier or more entertaining "on the run". I am thankful for the friends in our world like Liz and Scott and Vicki and Danny who plan camping trips and other activities that allow their kids to "slow down" for a season.

My goals for February? Not to set any new goals for new projects at home or at work. Complete the goals I had establised for January that did not get completed. Focus on my weight loss and keep it simple.

After all, February only has 28 days, for someone old like me, it will seem like it only had 14!

Lazy Friday

At 12:00 my world will change into a lazy Friday afternoon. It is a cold, cloudy winter day...the kind I love. The day just invites me to participate in a snuggle feast with my favorite blanket, my puppies, cats and a good book or movie. Catnapping between chapters, the calming of the cats symphony purr, the warmth of the fleece blanket, and puppy kisses to remind me she is still keeping guard over the relaxing afternoon. Soft lamp light adds a warm glow to the room. Veggie soup is on the menu for dinner. The smell of soup simmering and fresh baked bread will add to the laziness of the afternoon. I am thankful God occasionally gives me days to be lazy and enjoy what He has provided. Scripture states on the seventh day He rested. Friday afternoon may not be the official Sabbath day, but God knows my needs. Thank you God for this afternoon.