Thursday, June 09, 2005

What will I do with the rest...

This is a question I ask about a myriad of things. Leftover food, clothes that don't fit anymore, clothes that don't fit into the "winter clothes to be packed away for the summer" tub, or clothes that don't fit into the "summer clothes to be packed away for the winter" tub. Or the latest Christmas decoration acquisition that needs to be packed away with the rest of the decorations until next December? Or the scads and scads of photos that are left after a page in the scrapbook is complete? And it's not just stuff that I don't know what to do with the rest of, either. It's emotions that haven't been expressed to my satisfaction, or shared with anyone because there was no one around at the time or because I wondered if anyone really cared so I chose to remain silent. Mostly, and now most importantly, it's the question I am asking about my time. What will I do with the rest of my morning? my day? my evening? my time here in Florida? my time left in NJ? the time left after a visit from my dear, wonderful, son. And for the long term, (if there is a long term, only God knows), how will I spend the time I have left most efficiently and effectively? I want to spend the rest of my time here on this earth serving God - I just don't know what that will look like yet. What hats will I wear for Him? I know I have gifts - now I need outlets for them. I am praying and believing that God will show me what, when, how and whom - I also pray that I won't miss the opportunities when they arise.
Dear Lord, keep me alert to see your hand and hear your voice. Amen!

4 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hey Mom I loved your post. I have alot of leftover's too. You reminded me to focus on doing something with my "rest". I pray that I don't miss an oppertunity. I will try to not be content with putting my extra time in a box marked wasted. I love you and can't wait to "invest" time with you.

June 15, 2005 9:49 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

By the way... LOVE the name!!!!!
the other Jersey Girl

June 15, 2005 9:50 PM  
Blogger Laney said...

Hello Mama! Look at you, with your own blog! Why do you always copy me???? LOLOL!!

See you tomorrow. I love you!

June 20, 2005 11:40 PM  
Blogger CMB said...

Congrats on your Blog! I am so amazed at your thoughts. You are a great woman.

June 21, 2005 9:30 PM  

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