the need for time away

And so I begin my annual trek to Maine, where I read, relax, and spend time with my beloved.  What does this mean?

• no blogging for the next month..I will return in July
• no emails for the next two weeks...going "dark" has its benefits
• plenty of books to read...and read and read and read
• TV shows and movies to catch up on...I thank God for Netflix, Amazon Prime and Hulu
• reconnecting with nature...time with birds, flowers, trees, and water
• reconnecting with Deb...no one else but the two of us
• forgetting the stress of work...no emails, no calls, no texts, no decisions
• remembering God's goodness...this is truly my sanctuary
• watching for "wildlife"...birds, chipmunks, and an occasional seal
• time to catch my breath...and remember that there is more to life than work

Whether you take a day, a weekend, a week, two weeks, or an entire month (or more), please take the time to breathe and create margin in your life to relax and remember that life is a gift from God...relish that life at work, at home, and wherever your travels lead you.  See you in July!