after the rush

I'm taking my time this year putting away the kiddy dishes, and other reminders of 

the lively time we had over the past two weeks when 

12 people laid their heads to rest at our house (in two segments).

Yes there's much laundry to be done, beds to be changed, 

for more will come before long ... linen to fold, napkins to iron ....

... and still decorations to be put away ... I'm taking my time for three reasons:

1. I've caught a little virus and am trying to rest more.

2. I love leisurely cleaning up after such a wonderful time, as it gives me time 

to remember, to reflect, and to solidfy memories in my mind and heart.

3. If I have a goal at all this year, it's to slow down and take better care of myself. 

There is no better time to start than right this very week, taking it all slowly. 

I need to learn that the tasks-to-do list will wait for me!

And, I'm reflecting on the year ahead. For several reasons, I do wonder what 2012 

will hold for all of us. I'm thinking it may be a year that we'll remember 

above others. But I love the peace I have as I face the "blank pages." 

I have total confidence in Who is writing them.