With a thankful heart.

We got home on Sunday from 3 long, wonderful, relaxing days at my parents.

There's something about being out of town that I always look forward to… 

I feel such freedom from everyday stress and everyday pressure to have it all together.  At home, there are errands to be ran and cleaning to take care of and laundry to fold.  

So when we get out of town, I find a freedom to be lazy.  I let my guard down as I enjoy the people around me, and soak in the feeling of less responsibility, even if it is only temporary. 

It's super rare in motherhood, or really life in general, when someone says, "GOOD JOB!  Now rest!"

No one else will TELL me to rest, and there will always be work to do.

But Jesus… He says COME!  REST! and give me your burdens.

He came that I would have LIFE to the full!

Such good news for us all, isn't it?  

For dance parties, shopping and girl time, game nights, laughter, cousins, outdoor runs and kickball, deep family relationships, and so much food… 

My heart is thankful.