The morning before my 40th birthday, I awoke to see that I had an unwanted surprise party overnight of a rodent variety.

Any one who really knows me is probably wondering why I would be writing on this topic when I seem to always be moving and at lightning spee

Reflection. Not dwelling on the past, but observing your immediate past and present state to determine where your future aim should be. This morning I sat and closed my eyes and enjoyed the sound of birds chirping. Felt the vitality of a full breath entering my lungs; something I can not always do without tightness and pain. I opened myself to hear God's voice. Contemplated my life's choices bringing me to a place where being still, slowing down, and resting are the norm rath