Picnic

The twins were having a picnic at school today so we had one at home. And read some Children's Classics. 

I had to force myself to do something fun today. The aftermath of 3 weeks of visitors (which was totally worth it of course!), Christmas still not put away, new toys without a place, and the start of a new year and all the organization that I like to do for that, along with the basic laundry and cleaning is threatening to hold me captive. 

I am marking things off the list. Slowly. And praying for grace to find joy in it all. I am getting there. Some moments slowly. But more joyfully today than yesterday. So progress.

I am learning God is gracious in our progress. 

And I think He is pleased when, on some days, we take time for picnics.