Life has a way of shifting our pace whether we asked for it or not. These days, I don’t get out much, and I don’t mingle the way I once did. It isn’t by choice—just the natural bend in the road that comes with age and a few health challenges. But here’s the part that surprises even me: I’m still happy. I'm still content, I'm still thankful and satisfied with the life God has given me right here, right now.
My world may be smaller than it used to be, but it’s far from empty. I’m always on the lookout for little things to keep my hands busy and my heart engaged. Some days it’s journaling with my colored pens and washi tape. Other days it’s diamond art, latch hook, or simply sitting with a cup of coffee and letting my thoughts wander or best of all, just sitting and talking with God. I may not have a calendar full of events, but I have a life full of moments—and that counts for something.
The challenge, of course, is finding things to write about when my days are quiet. I don’t have big adventures to report or bustling social gatherings to describe. But maybe that’s the beauty of it. Maybe this season invites me to notice the small blessings—the ones that are easy to miss when life is louder.
There’s meaning in the slow mornings. There’s comfort in familiar routines. There’s joy in discovering new hobbies, even at 81. And there’s peace in knowing that God is not limited by my mobility or my circumstances. He meets me right where I am, in the quiet corners of my day, and fills them with His presence.
From life I've learned to savor the gentle things: a soft chair, a good memory, a hymn drifting through the house, a phone call from someone I love, or the simple pleasure of writing down a thought that made me smile. (I do that a lot😊)
This season may be quieter, but it is still rich. And I’m grateful to be here, living it, noticing it, and sharing it with you.
“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10
😊Today's thought that made me smile!😊
One of the things I love about God's Word is that it has no expiration date.
Patsy Clairmont
Until Next Time
Mary, I love this post of encouragement :) I aspire to all of this. And you mentioning Patsy Clairmont...I used to go to the Women of Faith gatherings every year and she was so funny. All of those ladies were so inspiring and uplifting. Have a wonderful day Mary!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the Women of Faith too, especially Patsy! Hope your day is happy and blessed.
DeleteI also went to the Women of Faith gatherings in Orlando, Florida, for many years. I loved all of the women, and especially Patsy Clairmont. I actually saw her in Michigan, in her home town, before she was so well known. (we were pastoring a church near her home), so I was especially thrilled to get to see her year after year in the WOF gatherings. That was truly a season of growth and joy for me.
DeleteBeautifully said...Happy week dear lady!
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Donna
Thank you Donna, Happy week back to ya !!
DeleteYou're always a blessing to me! I'm a few years behind you, but slowing down and health issues have been with me for quite awhile. God is good and teaches in the quiet. Blessings . . .
ReplyDeleteHello, thank you for such a nice comment. Hope your day is happy and blessed.
DeleteDear Mary, thank you 😊 🙏 for sharing this encouragement ❤️ God bless you.
ReplyDeleteHi Linda, hope you're enjoying a great day!!
DeleteGood morning Mary. I sure enjoyed your post this cold morning in So. CA. I like to Bible journal and I use Washi too. I also like my paper crafting. I like how you embrace your season of life. You are an inspiration! Have a blessed day!
ReplyDeleteThank you Susan, hope you have a blessed day also :))
DeleteThis is such a great post Mary. My Hubby and I just talked about this an hour or so ago. He likes to go, go, go. All of the time. I could never leave our condo again and be perfectly happy. So he does most of the errands that need done while I stay home. We do love to camp and that's a way he can get me out of the house without complaint. :-)
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Betsy
I love this post today, Mary. Although we may be still a little more active, I am finding that I have many days that we just don't feel up to doing much outside of the home, and I am thinking I need to start getting some better hobbies to do while hubby watches his favorite sports, etc. on TV. I don't have the energy to do a lot of "house work" or gardening, and I don't want to be on the computer all of the time, as much as I love visiting with everyone here in blogland and on Facebook, etc. So I am praying about what I need to be doing when I feel like I'm a little bit "bored" and need something constructive to do. You've helped me think about this in a better light. I hope you are having a blessed day.
ReplyDeleteWell said, Mary!! Yes. Be still and know!! Sending you a hug, and thanks for reminding all of us that God is always there, and God is always good!! xo
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely thoughtful post.
ReplyDeleteGreat post!!! That's the nice thing of knowing Jesus, we can have joy no matter what the circumstances.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your quiet days, I like them too. :)
What a refreshing attitude, Mary! How I wish more people (ahem!) could cheerfully adapt to what God has given. What's that song line, "there's a reason for the season."
ReplyDeleteYour little Mary angel is adorable!
A lovely post.
ReplyDeleteQuiet days can be good days and I like to take things slowly and simply.
All the best Jan
Beautiful post, Mary.
ReplyDeleteLoved, "I may not have a calendar full of events, but I have a life full of moments."
I couldn't agree more. It's all about noticing the small blessings💖
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