I have been home from Africa for a week and a half and the showers of blessing overwhelm me. I constantly gaze at my wedding finger and the beautiful ring that adorns it. It excites me to be officially "loved," for lack of a better description. I realize that many plans have to be made and I will need to focus some attention on a celebration for family and friends to share with us. I have received many congratulations from friends of old along with requests to "catch" up. Mind you, these are not just Facebook "friends" but people who hold permanent places in my heart and in the formation of who I am. Therefore, the catching up is obligatory and important. In addition, my beloved family from up north came to visit, their presence beckoning me to spend time with them. All of this creates a sensation of busyness, which is something I strive to avoid.
Don'tt misunderstand me, work, plans, friends and family are all critical pieces to my existence and daily routines. However, I desire to stay balanced each day. I pray that I ride the waves of busyness as opposed to getting wiped out by them. I know there is a way. The definition is found in many scriptures one of which is Psalm 46:10. This verse says, "Be still and know that I am God." When I remember that He is in control of everything, chaotic waves become an opportunity for a ride, an exhilarating, beautiful, and supernaturally enjoyable ride. Surf's up!
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