A humble woman prays

It is an early fall morning here in the western North Carolina mountains.

A new day that the Lord has made- Thanks be to God!

Leaves are falling and will be gone soon but life requires us to get things done.

What are you doing today? Working in the office, in a store or making your home cozy and inviting to you and your family.

I have found for me if I start the day off with my morning routine, it will make the rest of the day more joyful and productive. I include prayer, reading a scripture or two and listening time in my morning routine aka “My Quiet Time”. I will then think about what I need to get completed in this day. We all have a list of To-dos, don’t we? Cooking, cleaning, working, taking care of others but please remember to have a fun thing included in each day, if possible. It doesn’t take long but it is important. You are important. If you don’t make life include something you enjoy then you will get burnout!

Burnout happens to us all. Doesn’t matter if you are a single woman (You have to do everything!) , a single Mom (So much to do!), a wife (adds more things to do but I pray you let your husband do something to lighten your load) or a woman who does so much with more time to do it (aka retired , although I haven’t found that extra time yet!).

What are some things you can do to add fun into your life? Create a list of fun things to do.

Here in the mountains things may be a little different but here is a list that I can add a “Mini” treat into my day. Or if some days, you can’t do these because of children or elderly love ones, they may enjoy it too! Bonding time creating memories.

It may not be every day that you get to have a fun time but you can add a “mini” treat often and also have a quiet time to end the day like you started it. Reflect, pray and prepare for a wonderful night of sleep.

What do you end YOUR day with?

This is a great time for you to have a conversation with our Lord!

Heavenly Father, Thank you for today. We appreciate the good times and recognize that we all have the trying times. Please help us to have a balanced and joyful day tomorrow. With you by our side, everyday is a blessed day. We praise your love and patience with us! May your will be done in our lives. Amen