Today I had to write a hard post, detailing why I'm letting go of a great blog. Maybe you've been in that place where you've had to say no to something good in order to pursue something greater. That's where I am. And I'm determined, by God's grace, to walk in obedience. Which means I will disappoint folks. Say no to requests. Walk away from things that seem terrific.
Yet, as I teeter on the brink of burnout, I see some light, thankfully. Life's coming into clearer focus. Family is beckoning. Sabbath is wooing. Life's being lived. And I'm tired of having life just be work-work-work. It must be more.
I pray you're finding places to live in life. To move away from chaos or expectations. To fully live in the moment. To engage with real people who stand in front of you (instead of represent themselves with cursor and font).
This revolution is small, taking in sips, but I feel the rejuvenation like spring sunshine on my face.
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I hope you don't think I'm lurking! LOL!
I left a comment at your other announcement, too. But I want to encourage you. I have gone through the same issues a number of times. Recently, I had a spiritual retreat for a week. I've written about this experience on both my blogs, because I think it's important to share these things.
We all need the quiet and the fresh air and the warmth of real relationships.
Wishing you the best as you move forward,
Cassandra
Good for you, Mary. That's good for you. Love always, Carol Mc
This is *always* a great lesson to be reminded of. Sometimes "no" is the most difficult thing to say.
Thanks for this post, Mary!
~Mary Sweeny
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Enjoy spring! :)
Dear Mary...I've been in a similar situation, although I found myself in a deep, dark depression for 3 years. As I look back...it had to be that way, in order for me to STOP and learn from Him, a whole new way of living.
You are so wise...I'm thankful you see some light...that is good.
"Keep the Lord continually before you..." Psalm 16:8
I have enjoyed your blog thoroughly for the short time I have been following it.
Blessings, as you follow Him
Juanita
I totally understand. Are you stopping this blog as well?
I didn't reply yesterday to your question, but I was going to say almost exactly what you just put above as your purpose. You are so gifted in story-telling and your experiences and heart minister to so many broken people.
LInda,
No, this blog will stay.
Mary,
Remember, the good is the enemy of the best.
Keep seeking the best path.
Bless you,
Karen
Someone's seeking "margin"... you go girl! Get away, refresh, and breath.
Always behind you, always in your corner.
Good for you! I know it's a cliche, but the truth is that life is too short to not be lived in the moment.
I agree: Good For You!
I just spent over 2 weeks away from the computer because family was visiting. At first it was difficult - what would happen to my book while I was doing nothing to promote it? Well, I put the people right in front of me first and God more than took care of the book. How refreshing to spend time with family without the mental "I-need-online-time" conflict :)
" ... (she) who refreshes others will (herself) be refreshed" (Proverbs 11:25). You have been refreshing to many, Mary, through the blog. Praying for you right now, that God will refresh you in new ways as He loves you in to this next phase of life.
Sabbath IS wooing.
sigh.
i'm trying to find mine right now...
You grow girl! Good for you!
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