I reminded myself of this recently. It's not about me at all, this wellness journey I am on to a healhier version of myself. Not at all. Never has been, really. It is about the people who invest in me. My husband. My boys. My family. My friends. They all share themselves with me. When I am not at my best, I'm not giving them a good return for their investment. They get the tired looks, the lack of energy excuses, and the wimpy "maybe next time" cop outs. I have come to realize that those that take precious time to invest in me deserve better from me. I need to adhere to the direction given on any flight I've ever been on that goes something like this: make sure your own oxygen mask is properly secured before helping others. If I don't take care of myself first, my ability to care for others effectively diminishes quickly. My choosing clean eating, drinking enough water, and exercising on a daily basis is how I put on my mask first. Am I perfect at meetin...
The Bible study group I was teaching 30 years ago did not know I was going through a period of doubt when they gave me a little plaque with this scripture on it. I still have it in my writing office.
ReplyDeleteGreat match with photo and Scripture. I think heaven is on the beach :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome verse! And funny/appropriate picture. :-)
ReplyDeleteOh, what an encouraging and comforting verse!! Thank you for sharing this!
ReplyDeleteIn His Lo♥e, Ann
What a perfect shot you captured for this verse! Love it! Thanks for you encouragement on my post.
ReplyDeleteWonderful reminder in your post. Your photo fits so well!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness. I totally feel just like that guy with his head underwater at times...feet just stuck up in the air. That verse is so perfect! Right on!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the reassurance that He is always with us!
ReplyDeleteI love that verse!!! Beautiful!
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