It’s been a while since I last updated with anything substantial. I’m surprised at how busy I’ve been despite taking 4 courses instead of 5. As well, at the beginning of the term, I had wanted to be less focused on academics and more focused on spending time with people. So far, I’ve been caught up in the whirlwind of school and work to be able to slow down and enjoy life.

Something that’s been on my heart for a while now is rest. I was having a conversation with a C4C-er yesterday about what we plan to do for lent.  After some thought, I have decided to lent from work on the Sabbath day.  I know it’s not exactly a conventional thing to lent from (it means I only have to do lent for like, 4 days instead of 40), but I’m sure God cares more about the intent than the actual activity/lack of activity.    For me, it is so easy to get caught up in achieving high marks in school, and being self-sufficient when it comes to academics.  However, it takes a toll on me, spiritually and emotionally.  It seriously sucks the joy out of life.  As well, I have been feeling just drained from the constant “go go go”…always rushing from one activity to another.

Rest is something that a lot of our society lacks.  And it’s also something that many deem unimportant.   Ie:  “Sleep is for the weak”.  But that is a lie!  We are not only commanded to rest, but we the real reason is that we *need* rest!  We need time to recharge our batteries, to slow down and enjoy God’s creation, to know that our abilities come from God and not ourselves…

Anyways, just thought I’d let you know so you can keep me accountable.