Apply The Brakes

"As you begin to discover the importance of rest even in a busy schedule, you'll notice that from time to time you need to embrace the breaks in order to apply the brakes. Learning to slow down, say "no," and rest isn't always easy, but, as you'll discover it's essential to discovering the rest God has for you"

~Margaret Feinberg

This spoke to me today as I have had to rest now for over two weeks. It's a hard thing for me to do or for any of us with small children. There is always something to do or someone to tend to. 

This rest has made me realize I can let some things go, my children can do some things for themselves, and if I want to take a nap, I can. The house will not fall apart and the children will be just fine. I don't need to be so hard on myself. The time that I have to take is giving me the break I needed to say it is okay to also apply those brakes at some point!