Thursday, August 20, 2009

Reflection Time

Well, actually, it's a last little get away vacation before school starts back! For me, however, when I visit the coast, I sometimes take my own personal journey! Sound a little deep?? I guess it probably could, but I promise you that as you continue to read, you'll understand! There is something about the ocean that hypnotizes an individual.....taking you into that place where you are in such deep thought that nothing around you seems to matter for the moment. You reflect on the past, the present and make attempts on what the future might hold. For me, I seem to dwell on how I can make changes in my life to make the differences I need for the future. Maybe it's a combination of the ocean and the salt air......tantalizing in some ways! ummm, yea, there we go again, getting a little deeper. For now, I do not know where my "reflections" will take me....I have not reached my destination yet! I leave tomorrow. I will take my trusty laptop and hope to blog while I am there. Hopefully I can take you on the journey with me! Last year my journey took me to a place where I finally found total relaxation! That is saying alot for me! Maybe I'll venture back to that place....I would not complain! Once I reach my destination of beach, beach chair, sunscreen, sunglasses, book in hand, drink by my side and my child happily playing in the ocean....then, I will begin my reflection....a journey that is usually a necessity for finding peace and comfort! No, it's not one of those fancy high dollar vacations and that is perfectly fine with me! I learned a long time ago to appreciate what God has given me....just look around you, listen to whats around you and enjoy what is around you! That, in itself can be the best journey you will ever experience.......until later!

1 comment:

LMA said...

I understand completely what you're saying. I feel that way whenever I go to a quiet beach or return to my beloved Boone ... it's as if I can breathe the Holy Spirit and God himself is whispering in my ear. That's easier to do when you feel totally relaxed instead of pulled in 18 different directions by as many different obligations!

None of my beach or mountain sojourns has been "high-dollar," but the profits I reap in return are priceless.

Wishing you relaxation and joy on your trip! If you have time to blog, great; if it's more relaxing to unplug, do it! Listen to your heart. *hugs*

Have a wonderful trip!