enjoying the peace

I am sitting at my kitchen table in awe of the silence that has enveloped my home. Both boys are back at school and the house is eerily quiet. Now, I am NOT complaining in any way, shape or form. I have the luxury of enjoying this time because I do not go back to work until next Monday and I will say it has been one of the best days thus far. I decided to start off this day with a bunch of errands, quite the joy without having to lug around two kids and put one in and out of the car seat every time I have to stop. I thoroughly enjoyed flitting in and out of places quickly, with no distractions, whimpering or whining. So this was what it was like pre-children?? I have long forgotten. I even treated myself to a leisurely stroll around Barnes and Noble... mmmmm. I could get lost in there for hours, except with children in tow!! I of course went right to the journal section. There is something about a new journal. Every page is clean, begging for words of wisdom, inspiration or reflection. I leafed through and handled quite a few and finally walked away. I do have quite a few that have been started and never finished. Plus, can't I consider this a type of journal? I was also honest with myself.... I don't have time to sit and contemplate the world like I used to or at least not to the extent that is satisfying to me. I can't quickly jot in a journal. I have tried. It does not work. I get lost in thought and emotion and start writing on and on and on. And I become quite cranky if interrupted in a beautiful stream of thought. So blogging it is! I was reminded a few days ago that I wrote that I would delve into past writings and share...sigh. I guess I am still working up the courage. (Another reason I like blogging) I can share daily happenings and stressors but still keep my inner workings safely tucked away. Yeah, yeah Beth, I can hear you now!! So with all that said I will make an attempt to put some of my writing out there. I have done a few and survived so I guess that is a good sign.

I would also like to wish everyone in the internet world a happy and blessed New Year. May your year be filled with prosperity, love and friendship!!