5:30 am Tap On My Heart

I need to thank God for waking me up at 5:30 am on Saturdays instead of whining about it. From my now 7:30 am perspective I appreciate the quiet time to reflect on life, pray for my family and friends, and to sip coffee with my thoughts. Morning moments are so much more peaceful than the quiet moments before sleep comes at night. Final thoughts of the day are usually anxious and worried. In the morning, I seem to have more hope and perspective with the new day ahead.

My early wake up is a part of growing older that I need to embrace. I just need to adjust bedtime so I still get the sleep I need. With life so filled with life I am way too young for afternoon naps, and I have never been good at power naps. When I do take the rare nap on a Saturday afternoon I have to go all the way. Jammies on, under the covers, with a sleep mask. Then I wake up with no stamina or motivation to get anything else accomplished. Guess I better hold off on naps until I retire at least.

This morning in particular I have been thankful that my kids are near. Wednesday my creative Natalie took pictures of her brother, Cam's family. What great ideas she has as a photographer. Then last night Tanner came home with a friend unexpectedly. Just loved getting a hug from my son. Of course, I also miss seeing our sweet Lissa and her mama, but they will be here for Thanksgiving. It also reminds me during the peaceful morning of the loss of my son. I thank God I had the time I had with him and the memories that make me smile through my tears. But this morning I am blessed with my children and their children in my life and for mornings when I count my blessings instead of my concerns.

In Him,
Joyful
10-22-11

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