Time to Coast

Finally... Summer. You made it.

The question is... will anything change for you? Or will this "lighter season" be just another over scheduled season with less structure?

In Matthew 11:28, Jesus says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." How are you experiencing weariness in your life? Where are you bone tired? Where do you need to rest? Or perhaps you're in a space of rest, with plans in place, or with no plans in place - just ready for a little relaxation. No matter what, our faith encourages - commands - downtime.

Where will you find time to coast? What will that look like? How can you hang on to a mindset of a Sabbath lifestyle instead of a 30 minute break one summer afternoon?

I'd invite you to think of what you loved about summer as a child. We lived in the country and I loved hearing the cicadas chirp, time on our family's screened in porch, visiting my grandparents, and catching fireflies. I loved quiet, dark nights on our porch swing, and talking with my parents. I loved the summer reading program at the library and making homemade ice cream. Looking back, it does seem the most simple things are often what we remember. Is there a way to incorporate what you loved about summer into this summer?

Whether you are traveling or just living, a good reminder is don't overpack. Luggage and life are lighter when we simplify.

Rest, enjoy, breathe deep, travel light. Coast a little bit. You won't regret it.