Needed Time Away

My Morning View

I have just returned from a long weekend away

to the Outer Banks with my sister.

Somehow I always find myself

retreating there when I need time

for reflection, rest and quiet time.

I packed so much to bring with me

(I always say I am going to bring less the next time!!)

We were going to have a creative weekend together

Knitting, writing journal, Zentangle and watercolors . . . 

yet I hardly accomplished anything!

I realized that was exactly what I needed

time to slow my body rhythm down

catch up on rest, reconnect with friends,

absorb the beauty of the ocean

and have much needed time with my sis.

Happy lights at night

Our lives are spinning so fast these days

and taking the time to get away

to rest and restore

is hardly ever on the our list . . .

but I believe it really should be!

For me there is nothing more magical

than the sun rising over the ocean,

feeling the cold sand between my toes,

walking along the seashore,

being alone with my thoughts and prayers!

So I begin another work week today

where stresses are great

and time is again no longer mine.

I am determined to keep this sense of renewal,

knowing it will fade and I will again return to the ocean!

Always finding a self portrait

Take the time to get away

whatever that is for you in your life

don't get caught up in the busyness of life

feeling stressed and overwhelmed

we all need a fresh perspective!

Remember April is National Poetry Month

what a special time to focus on something different,

try your hand at writing a poem,

discover a new poet,

 attend a poetry reading!