Dashing through the store
With my cart leading the way
'Or the aisles I go
Laughing all the way!
Here and there I dart
Searching for a steal
Oh what fun it is to shop
And find the perfect deal.
Oh...Jingle bells
Jingle bells
Jingle all the way!
'Tis the season for crazy drivers, holiday deals, gift wrapping, cookie baking, carols, parties, gifts, cards, hustling and bustling through the all of the holiday festivities. As much as I have wanted to sit at the computer and focus on deep thoughts and life lessons, the busyness of the season pulls me away...continuously. Instead of pouring out my heart in a post, I am pouring over online discounts and free shipping specials in order to tick a few more items off of my Christmas list.
I've been working on a series for the past several months, but have become slightly distracted. One of the posts in this series is about simplifying my time...my priorities. I realize that the holidays are one of those seasons in the year when the pace of life picks up, but only lasts for a short period of time. The next few weeks for us are jam-packed with concerts, shows and church activities. I must confess, I do love it. Sadly, a few things tend to get neglected: my house, for one, and basic routine tasks and chores. It's not the end of the world that my house is not completely put together and orderly. I can handle that. However, one thing that cannot fall by the wayside for me is my quiet time with the Lord. As I was re-reading the post that I hope to soon publish I realized that when life gets busy, and my time no longer belongs to me, there remains one thing that I can't let go of: quiet time. Time with God. Time to pray. Time to reflect. Time to thank. Time to sit in the presence of God and allow Him to strengthen me, lead me and guide me through the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season.
When all is said and done, Christmas is about Jesus anyway. There's really no point in all of the festivities if my mind and heart aren't centered in Him to begin with.
So if I seem a little distant, and the posts aren't as regular, just know that I am fully engaging in the spirit of Christmas.
And I truly hope and pray that you are too.