JUST CHILL
We live in a society that requires us to stay in a perpetual rat race. Some of us constantly strive for the so called American dream. We long for the perfect house, car, white picket fence, 2.5 kids, and the prosperous career. We all want to check out on paper.
Recently I took a hike with my son on the Kennesaw Mountain in Georgia. I was alone with nature. Anyone who really knows me understands that being alone with nature is not exactly my style. But my son loves the outdoors. And I have to say the experience humbled me.
I actually took the time to rest and enjoy my primitive surroundings. I looked up into the sky, and noticed the brilliance of the clear blue sky draping over us. I observed the delicate design of the fluffy clouds. Nothing but thick, lush forest surrounded us. I carefully surveyed the intricate cut of the leaves and watched them gently quiver in the soft, warm wind.
When I became tired I sat on a rock and watched my son leap, and run freely while he giggled. The smile on his face and gleam in his eyes was priceless.
I began to think to myself, “Where are my priorities?” I couldn't remember when I took the time to actually look up and observe the sky.
I’ve become consumed with providing the material items for my son, and didn’t realize that spending time with my child in just a simple setting is more than money could ever buy.
As I walked back I watched my son sprint ahead of me until he finally slowed down. He reached for my hand and said. “Mommy this was the best I loved it!”
Our lives keep us in a constant “crisis mode” leaving us emotionally and spiritually bankrupt.
Take the time today to reassess your priorities.
Psalm 91:1-2
He who dwells in the shelter of the most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord. “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”
Blessings
Camille Kleidysz
We live in a society that requires us to stay in a perpetual rat race. Some of us constantly strive for the so called American dream. We long for the perfect house, car, white picket fence, 2.5 kids, and the prosperous career. We all want to check out on paper.
Recently I took a hike with my son on the Kennesaw Mountain in Georgia. I was alone with nature. Anyone who really knows me understands that being alone with nature is not exactly my style. But my son loves the outdoors. And I have to say the experience humbled me.
I actually took the time to rest and enjoy my primitive surroundings. I looked up into the sky, and noticed the brilliance of the clear blue sky draping over us. I observed the delicate design of the fluffy clouds. Nothing but thick, lush forest surrounded us. I carefully surveyed the intricate cut of the leaves and watched them gently quiver in the soft, warm wind.
When I became tired I sat on a rock and watched my son leap, and run freely while he giggled. The smile on his face and gleam in his eyes was priceless.
I began to think to myself, “Where are my priorities?” I couldn't remember when I took the time to actually look up and observe the sky.
I’ve become consumed with providing the material items for my son, and didn’t realize that spending time with my child in just a simple setting is more than money could ever buy.
As I walked back I watched my son sprint ahead of me until he finally slowed down. He reached for my hand and said. “Mommy this was the best I loved it!”
Our lives keep us in a constant “crisis mode” leaving us emotionally and spiritually bankrupt.
Take the time today to reassess your priorities.
Psalm 91:1-2
He who dwells in the shelter of the most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord. “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”
Blessings
Camille Kleidysz
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