This is Day 2 of my "stay cation". I worked really hard to make sure that this week would be a time of refreshment and relaxation. I did all the laundry last week, cleaned the house and even bought groceries that require very few dishes. My only plans for the week is to spend time at our local coffee shop and meeting with friends. So today, I began time with friends. I had 3 "appointments" where I got to spend a couple of hours with different women. Its amazing to me how God puts people into our lives. Being an introvert, I don't open up easily so God has a bit more of a challenge in getting me to spend time sharing with others.
Coffee this morning was with a friend who just makes you want to smile. Her gentle spirit and kind heart just makes the world seem a little sweeter. I am not a "hugger" but her hugs make everything feel better.
I took a risk and invited a new friend to lunch. She quickly answered that she could meet today. I was nervous about "what" we would talk about and "how" we would get along. As I drove home, I found myself shaking my head in disbelief that those questions had been a concern. If the God of the universe put this person in my path, then He could surely fill up lunch time conversation.
The best part of this week is that I am with people I can be "authentic" with. People who love me and accept my little world of chaos and who allow me into their worlds. Worlds full of excitement, joy, and worlds of brokenness too... I get to be there.
This delights my soul. I can be there for others. The love that was demonstrated to me through tough times in my life, I can now offer to others. I can share Christ's love because of HIS GREAT LOVE FOR US. And that love, that joy, that friendship, that peace is so sweet.
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