tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10417395.post6177983376632890674..comments2023-05-24T08:55:05.696-06:00Comments on Lemons and Roses: It is So Not Worth It!Amy Buttonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14528740610353470041noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10417395.post-53469477956166377042007-05-21T17:22:00.000-06:002007-05-21T17:22:00.000-06:00Relax : by James Bowie The gently tapered wings o...Relax : by James Bowie <BR/><BR/>The gently tapered wings of swift lake swallows, cut<BR/>through the air like soft whispering sighs, while they<BR/>dart in and out of a clustered hovering mass of<BR/>mayflies, that drift just inches above the shimmering lake<BR/>that reflects the orange hued light of the setting sun.<BR/><BR/>On a floating dock, worn in spots by the rubbing of<BR/>moored boats, I sit in a weathered adirondack chair<BR/>with the purpose of only to relax to the rhythmic<BR/>rocking caused by small rolling waves from cruising<BR/>pleasure boats, with people waving as they pass by.<BR/><BR/>Looking down through the clear jade tinted waters<BR/>I notice the octagonal amber markings on a small box turtle<BR/>that seems to be ambling, rather than swimming through<BR/>the still water as it passes by, seemingly without a care<BR/>for anything but its mysterious unknown destination.<BR/><BR/>These moments pass fleetingly, but remain ingrained in<BR/>my mind for those times where I feel the sides pressing<BR/>in, my escape is into these simple moments, where all that<BR/>the world requires of you is to sit back and take in what<BR/>is offered, without asking for anything in return.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10417395.post-43804281779743700542007-05-18T10:48:00.000-06:002007-05-18T10:48:00.000-06:00Thanks you guys! Tisra- My reason for writing this...Thanks you guys! <BR/><BR/>Tisra- My reason for writing this was so that I'd have it in writing and have some form of accountability. I was really tempted to hop on the bike a couple of times this week- maybe I should sell it.<BR/><BR/>Amber- I totally feel the guilt thing. And I miss you too- we ladies need to get together again soon!Amy Buttonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14528740610353470041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10417395.post-72656663165314116462007-05-17T14:54:00.000-06:002007-05-17T14:54:00.000-06:00Amy, I think so many can relate to this post. I a...Amy, I think so many can relate to this post. I am very much like you inasmuch as I don't sit and relax very well. I'm going, doing, conquering, accomplishing, etc. Fortunately for me, it's not making me sick yet :) When I find the opportunity where I truly can relax it's refreshing, renewing, and restoring. It's just hard to get me to slow down or stop without feeling guilty for not "doing." I'm proud of you for exchanging your illness inducing workouts for a more relaxing method of movement. There's NO SENSE in making or keeping yourself sick! Love you. Miss you!Forever Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05474600008157834227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10417395.post-77841529177208427892007-05-16T07:01:00.000-06:002007-05-16T07:01:00.000-06:00I have been a staunch supporter of the daily siest...I have been a staunch supporter of the daily siesta since college. I didn't live on campus but always wanted a nap, so I remember thinking they should have a lounge where there are cots to lie on for those of us who are commuting and can't get comfortable on the various wooden benches. Imagine what a cot room would lead to on a college campus though...probably not a good idea.Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18221309984050544857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10417395.post-84660363870706510802007-05-15T16:26:00.000-06:002007-05-15T16:26:00.000-06:00I think that there is a tremendous amount of guilt...I think that there is a tremendous amount of guilt placed on everyone by "others" to always be doing more- it's the American way. And if we're not acheiving something then we have no real place in society. I'm not sure who the "others" are since the media and everyone else that I talk to speaks of the "stress of daily life". But as for me right now I'm going to and have been doing my best to relax and I have to say I really do feel better. Actually I think we should adopt a Spanish lifestyle and take a "siesta" everydayAmy Buttonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14528740610353470041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10417395.post-26343704170508498692007-05-15T16:05:00.000-06:002007-05-15T16:05:00.000-06:00What a wonderful post. I think I relate, only it'...What a wonderful post. I think I relate, only it's not working out, it's just "doing" in general. I appreciate my kids and even myself so much more if I let it go and like you said, relax. It's such a simple thing to say, but living that way is difficult, if it weren't more people would be doing it. Thanks for sharing...I feel inspired.Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18221309984050544857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10417395.post-46572345539121656322007-05-15T13:40:00.000-06:002007-05-15T13:40:00.000-06:00Thank you, God. Amy, an amazing post that I'm gla...Thank you, God. Amy, an amazing post that I'm glad you finally put into writing. You've shared tons of conversations with me to this effect, but leaving it as written word is transforming, I believe. It commits you to action, and serves as a testament to Future Amy about God's faithfulness and the miraculous journey He has led you on. I agree with you on this and pray for you to feel His work in this area of your lives in a very tangible way- that you may be encouraged, and built up to carry out the duties the Lord is asking you to perform in His name. I'm thrilled to see it happen!Tisrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18075045361304027492noreply@blogger.com