Saturday Afternoon Rain

We had a busy morning cleaning house and running errands and after enjoying a nice lunch as a family, headed home for naptime. Everyone slept but me. I enjoyed the quiet and edited pictures and played on facebook. Halfway through naptime the rain started to fall and I was drawn to the back patio.

my pretty backyard in the rain

I love Texas. Joe and I were discussing it at lunch today. We love the people here, I am enjoying the new friendships I've made, Samantha's school has exceeded our expectations, and we even like the weather!
I sat outside this afternoon for a little while enjoying another warm rain shower. I love watching the rain. We didn't get much of it in San Diego. It has such a calming effect. Even still, as I sat and reveled in one of God's most precious gifts, I was torn. I should be doing something!

my plants getting a drink

One of the reasons we moved to Texas was to get away from a hustle and bustle life style and to slow down. We wanted to enjoy life and family a little more and escape the rat race.
As I guiltily sat and watched the rain I thought about what I could be doing and what I was doing. I felt the need to finish the laundry or grade papers or create my dinner plans for the week! But I felt a soft voice telling me to sit still and relax. You know, God wants us to slow down. "Be still." (Ps 46:10)  He says. "Look..." (Rom 1:20) (Mt 6:26) He says. He wants us to take moments like these to enjoy His creation, to feel His peace, and to revive our souls by resting in Him. It surprised me that it didn't come easy. I actually had to tell myself it was ok to stay on the patio and watch the rain. It was ok to let the chores wait. I'm glad I did. My senses were full as I watched, felt, smelled, and listened to the rain. It brought me relaxation, peace, and a love for my new home of Texas. What a blessed Saturday afternoon rain!

Reggie hung out with me