October has been a crazy month for us. We shot four weddings in three weekends. And although we love working together in photography, we were left exhausted. Some might not be exhausted after that, but for a full-time teacher and a stay at home mama of a two-year-old it is a lot of work for a "side hustle."
But I'm so thankful for the way Spencer works so hard to provide for us and invest in our future. My respect for him continually grows. He's been working so hard, and I was very thankful when we were able to take this past weekend and just be. A restful weekend was exactly what we needed. Sometimes throwing out the to-do list is the best way to let grace wash over you. Going to the zoo, spending time with family, having a fire, watching football, celebrating my mom and Katherine's birthdays, and playing with the toddlers at church made for a lovely weekend. And when Monday came, we talked about how good it was to head into the week rested and refreshed. Sabbath rest is essential. Soul care is crucial. And for someone who is prone to working constantly, I have had to learn to rest. I have to be intentional about setting aside time to not do. I'm learning the importance of taking time to just be and not just do. This weekend was a reminder to us of how good rest is. It reminded us of how needed rest is. Rest gives you strength. It helps you persevere and press on. Rest is a gift. It doesn't have to be earned. Rest in an invitation to sit with Grace. A Grace that encourages, equips, empowers. A Grace that beckons us weary travelers to come. "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 (ESV)
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