“We will be more successful in all our endeavors if we can let go of the habit of running all the time, and take little pauses to relax and re-center ourselves. And we’ll also have a lot more joy in living.”
– Thich Nhat Hanh
It’s so nice at the end of a long week to take a moment to pause. This past week was actually a short one with Monday being a holiday here in the islands. It was a good excuse to have family over for a barbecue and have no agenda for the day. It helped that it was one of those calm, cool days that was just heaven to behold. Looking out to the neighbouring islands was the most relaxing thing ever!
I love times when I can stop the running and refocus. When I can stop long enough to remember why I do what I do. Or better still, stop long enough to not have to think at all. Ah…bliss!
As I look forward to the weekend, I am making a promise to myself to slow down. I’m going to sit on my porch and enjoy the view. I’m going to watch the boats pass by and take in the fresh sea air. I’m going to pick up a new book and get lost in it. I’m going to count my blessings instead of counting the week’s problems. I’m going to reflect on God’s promises and bask in His presence. And I will find peace there.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
– Matthew 11:28 (NIV)
My wish for you, dear friend, is that you *make* the time to pause, relax, and re-center. And in that place, may you find joy in living.
Enjoy your sparkle moment!
About Sparkle Moments
Here at Sparkle Moments I enjoy sharing little glimpses of sparkle with you. This is where I reflect on my week and remember how awesome our God is. Consider this your weekend inspiration, that jumping off point that encourages you to enjoy a weekend that sparkles!
What is a Sparkle Moment?
- Living in the Caribbean, I am fortunate to be surrounded by amazing beauty. I get to see beautiful sunsets, bright blue skies, sparkling blue waters, and white sandy beaches, almost everyday. Enjoying God’s creation is pure SPARKLE, no matter what part of the world you live in.
- Every now and again there are those little everyday moments when something special happens. A butterfly pauses long enough for the camera shutter, a little girl dances in the rain, someone says a kind word that lifts your spirits…ahhh…SPARKLE!
- On the flip side, we have some days when there’s no sun, no shine. It’s a plain and gloomy day until we create our own sparkle. Sometimes a pick-me-up is what we need and we choose to add our own beauty. Those moments can SPARKLE too.
Sparkle Moments come in all shapes and sizes, but one thing’s for sure, they make our hearts sing!
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I’d love to hear about a moment that sparkled for you this week. Why not share your own Sparkle Moment in the comments below? Or tweet about your Sparkle Moment using the hashtag #SparkleMoment. Don’t forget to tag me @spreadtheshine so that I can follow along.
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