Comments on: The Work of Being Still

By: Miriam

Miriam — Fri, 17 Jan 2014 13:36:16 +0000

Casey, you are the winner!!! Be on the lookout for an email from me! – Miriam

By: Jamie S.

Jamie S. — Fri, 17 Jan 2014 06:34:42 +0000

Oh Facebook, how I love thee, no hate thee, no love thee? Hoping to cut out Facebook ‘breaks’ during my day so I can focus on my children during the day. Pice been thinking about scheduling time off from screens during our mornings, so I’m not so tempt edit o roll out of bed and checkin on Facebook immediately. Speaking of which, my child is screaming in the other room. I should go, but I want to stay here, no, I should go…

By: Lauren

Lauren — Thu, 16 Jan 2014 22:22:41 +0000

What a good post! Yes, I so have trouble taming “the tyranny of the urgent.” We are moving this summer, too (we must catch up!), and so I am trying not to house hunt too early, either. But I have begun the process of purging! More importantly, though, is my online life. I fear that I am too frequently found at the computer (surfing blogs – oh the irony!) instead of being with my children. I always need reminders like yours, so thanks!

By: sarah h

sarah h — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 04:46:12 +0000

what a great reminder and wonderful giveaway! thank you for both!

By: Monica

Monica — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 03:26:14 +0000

Um, totally didn’t mean to double comment…I didn’t know the first one went through! Sorry! 😜

By: Lorretta @Dancing On The Dash

Lorretta @Dancing On The Dash — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 03:16:46 +0000

I’ve spent a great deal of time weeding through my life during these past few months. Some of it’s because our family is growing up and out…downsizing is inevitable. But also, my husband and I have been gearing up for missions for quite some time and that requires letting go of a lot. Thanks for this breath of fresh air!

By: estherharrington

estherharrington — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 03:13:10 +0000

Thank you so much for these words. It’s so easy to check out and pick up the phone vs tuning in to the still. I just hoped on conviction train!

By: RJ

RJ — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 02:09:35 +0000

The constant pull between “being” and “doing” – and how the important always surfaces in those still moments. And somehow, those still moments help pull the weeds… So many things crowding and so important to notice which are the weeds and which are the keepers. Sorting lots of this out these days!

By: Kelly Burks

Kelly Burks — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 01:17:59 +0000

Great post! I know I often need reminding to be still and enjoy the moments that make life so wonderful!

By: My Ears Are Tired

My Ears Are Tired — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 00:08:28 +0000

Oh, Miriam! I’m so glad you tagged me for this post. Not because of the give away (although that’s awesome!), but because it is a much-needed reminder. Especially today. Tuesdays are so crazy here and my heart, mind, and body all race from the time my feet hit the floor in the morning until my head hits the pillow at night. Your words calmed my heart, even for just a few moments, and I feel the peace and strength to take the rest of the evening at a slower pace, trusting the Lord to accomplish what needs to be accomplished. Thanks for sharing what God is doing in your life!

By: Casey Burton

Casey Burton — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 23:24:20 +0000

It was such and encouragement(and a good reminder) reading this the first week of school! I love hearing what is going on in your life and your family:) thanks for sharing Miriam!!

By: Danielle

Danielle — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 23:01:19 +0000

Working on being still at least some point during the day. There seems to be distractions all around, phone, computer, radio… but when all is quiet, even if I’m still working, my mind can really start to pray and commune with my Lord. Thanks for the reminder to keep this up.

By: Leslie Cunningham

Leslie Cunningham — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 22:24:10 +0000

Ugh. Good question! I’m trying to de-clutter the house. We’ve been here almost 6 years & we’ve added people but NOT square footage. I’m tired of spending time on the clutter & not the clutter-makers.

By: Miriam

Miriam — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 21:56:43 +0000

I love your blog title Monica! So on track, for unicorns and people alike!

By: Monica

Monica — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 21:54:40 +0000

You are SOOO speaking my language! I’m all about Be Still Be Free (obviously). It might *seem* illogical, but our God’s logic doesn’t ever make sense to us, does it? You’re doing it the right way. Be still first…the rest will come. Praying for you!

By: Monica

Monica — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 21:52:39 +0000

You are SOOO speaking my language! I’m all about Be Still Be Free (obviously)! It might *seem* illogical, but our God’s logic doesn’t ever make sense to us, does it? Yet it’s always perfect. You’re doing it the right way. Be still first…the rest will come. Praying for you!