One more victory for The Rest. This situation made me slow down, and think about what I do (eat or not eat) and why. I chose to cheat out of love!
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My January Rest 01.16.19
I’ve been consumed with the affairs of my father, and that has left little time for reflection. That is what The Rest is about: stealing minutes, carving out time, focusing on who and what matters most.
Unrest: 01.06.19
While I don’t know about you, I’ve learned that starting something new comes with its share of challenges. My January Rest is no different. And, each year presents a different set of unique circumstances in which to attempt The Rest.
My 2019 January Rest: The List
I am a late comer, but I discovered something delish a few months back. My daughter and fell in love with The Great British Baking Show. As egg whites were beaten and folded in, we had fun watching the competition unfold.
When the Night is Long
Have you ever had times of feeling totally helpless? I know I have! A few days ago, I experienced one…
MJR Fixes, Flops, and Cheats – 2018
Thank you for joining me for My January Rest. January 31 was the last day of My January Rest (MJR).…
MJR: Dates 2018
I love dates! And, I not talking about the fruit. Dates, romantic or social, are what I’m talking about! Simply…
Super Simple Healthy Banana Pancakes
This is a modification to a satisfying and simple recipe a friend shared with me. It is a special treat…
My January Rest Update 01.17.18
Another week has rolled on by and we are still frozen here in the midwest. The sun shines, snow flutters,…
My January Rest Update 01.10.18
January has been clipping along quite nicely. I’m surprised that I’m already nearly a third of the way through My…
My January Rest 2018—The List
I love the New Year! There is something as magical about a New Year as there is about a fresh,…
Jesus: Human. Divine!
I wonder how many of us think about Jesus as that cute little babe we see in nativity sets? When I had a baby, can I tell you that every—little—thing she did was adorable!? If you had a baby or love babies, you know what I am talking about. They are so cute!
Freedom Over Fear
Exponential growth, for good or for bad, changes environments. While fear stifles growth, freedom over fear facilitates change. New growth happens exponentially and we can change the world around us.
My January Rest 2017 Reflections
The Rest can be a love-hate relationship. When I realize how much I have, how much I want, and how much I waste, I get annoyed. After the initial emotion of annoyance, I quickly become grateful. Gratitude is a wonderful benefit that comes out of The Rest. The Rest changes me; it does.
MJR 2017 Wrap-up
Welcome to My January Rest’s Wrap-up! This January flew by, but my girl was happy to see it go: she…
