tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post2573965768645596796..comments2024-03-28T08:54:28.654+08:00Comments on Cresting The Hill: #8 EMBRACE REST Leannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-53127483661832546302016-05-29T07:39:20.016+08:002016-05-29T07:39:20.016+08:00LOL. I definitely needed this reminder today as I&...LOL. I definitely needed this reminder today as I'm trying to do it all...thanks.LIVhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13524453327563312809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-24312686607171825722016-05-26T20:19:23.623+08:002016-05-26T20:19:23.623+08:00You are so right. And I think a lot of it is becau...You are so right. And I think a lot of it is because of this Global Village we belong to. A couple of generations ago, folk only had to think of their own town and maybe the towns nearby. Now we're in touch with the entire world - and yes! It never stops.Shirley Corderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04429641202607657089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-25196959032304474602016-05-21T11:49:59.331+08:002016-05-21T11:49:59.331+08:00Good girl! Our world tells us we need to be busy t...Good girl! Our world tells us we need to be busy to be valuable, but I think we need to turn that on its head now and then Laurie :)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-35781368100140189442016-05-21T11:49:24.422+08:002016-05-21T11:49:24.422+08:00Yes it "took" Terri and thanks for perse...Yes it "took" Terri and thanks for persevering! You are my inspiration for taking interesting vacations and pursuits in your time away :)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-70918157858982345172016-05-21T11:48:41.458+08:002016-05-21T11:48:41.458+08:00It's finding that balance that is tricky isn&#...It's finding that balance that is tricky isn't it - doing what needs to be done, but finding a little bit of down time to replenish.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-73510915047538694312016-05-21T01:07:13.002+08:002016-05-21T01:07:13.002+08:00Ah.... wonderful rest. Why is it so hard to find?...Ah.... wonderful rest. Why is it so hard to find? Why is it so hard to give ourselves? I needed this post today. Think I'll go read a book. Thank you.Laurie Stonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09065425057896134350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-14182905922629881802016-05-20T23:05:02.383+08:002016-05-20T23:05:02.383+08:00Having trouble leaving comments, Leanne. Hopefully...Having trouble leaving comments, Leanne. Hopefully this one takes! Very enjoyable read and so important that we take time away from our responsibilities!Terri Webster Schrandthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00227166108084590953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-74044541944031244782016-05-20T21:17:46.730+08:002016-05-20T21:17:46.730+08:00This is such great advice. I have become really ba...This is such great advice. I have become really bad for feeling guilty if I'm not doing something all the time, because there is always something I'm behind with that I should be doing, but you're right it is exhausting to be always doing & not resting at all. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13006727330831002627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-74478953556673415612016-05-20T10:04:29.624+08:002016-05-20T10:04:29.624+08:00I'm the worst offender Lee - I'm learning ...I'm the worst offender Lee - I'm learning to take my own advice though :)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-38623290907587195752016-05-20T10:04:05.511+08:002016-05-20T10:04:05.511+08:00Everything is so accessible - so even when we thin...Everything is so accessible - so even when we think we're taking a break, we're still checking our phones or reading fb or looking at something online - I'm trying really hard to disconnect from my computer more often (still a work in progress!)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-67848224839101477502016-05-20T10:02:46.178+08:002016-05-20T10:02:46.178+08:00Thanks Susan - I popped over and read a few of you...Thanks Susan - I popped over and read a few of yours the other day but (like you) my time seems to get eaten up and I need to take it a bit easier too :)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-76212202066710933132016-05-20T10:01:57.867+08:002016-05-20T10:01:57.867+08:00It's the way of our world now and I think we n...It's the way of our world now and I think we need to be more conscious of that and learn to give ourselves permission to rest more often :)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-26003035567224725192016-05-20T09:58:23.315+08:002016-05-20T09:58:23.315+08:00I'm working on pacing myself and slowing down ...I'm working on pacing myself and slowing down a bit more too Sally - you achieve more when you get balance back in your life.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-71014015984276655332016-05-20T09:57:40.035+08:002016-05-20T09:57:40.035+08:00I find walking really works for me too Molly - fre...I find walking really works for me too Molly - fresh air, no interruptions (besides a "good morning" here and there) and a chance to think, pray and unwind.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-84821030678364272742016-05-20T03:45:18.593+08:002016-05-20T03:45:18.593+08:00You are so right, Leanne. It's not just okay t...You are so right, Leanne. It's not just okay to take a break; it's necessary. I hope people are starting to get the message!Lee Gaitanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07071737811847806177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-84930191560697282942016-05-20T00:52:12.174+08:002016-05-20T00:52:12.174+08:00I totally agree, I have a hard time NOT constantly...I totally agree, I have a hard time NOT constantly checking my phone or doing social media for my blog. And I do think that we are all forgetting how to actually relax and turn off. I'm working on this because like you I am way guilty!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02028324704398001312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-42598052233449242512016-05-19T22:20:48.256+08:002016-05-19T22:20:48.256+08:00I came to your blog today feeling so guilty becaus...I came to your blog today feeling so guilty because I haven't been here much lately. This post made me feel a little better - I really have had to take a step back for a while. Thanks for telling me it is okay :) When I get time, I plan to read through the posts of yours that I have missed! I love your writing, Leanne, and you always offer a great perspective. Thank you.<br />Susan https://www.blogger.com/profile/15294204009310379754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-53472903863134320952016-05-19T21:24:41.164+08:002016-05-19T21:24:41.164+08:00This is so important - I am definitely a victim of...This is so important - I am definitely a victim of feeling like I have to be doing something "productive" all the time. Good reminder to take the time to rest and replenish.35+Mommyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15627295508053798977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-58823775176568648092016-05-19T20:38:07.863+08:002016-05-19T20:38:07.863+08:00You are so right Leanne. I'm always rushing fr...You are so right Leanne. I'm always rushing from one place to another trying to fit everything in. Sometimes I wonder if I enjoy everything as much as I could. I definitely plan on slowing things down in future and taking more time over enjoyable things.<br /><br />Sally @ Life Loving<br />#LifeLovingLinkieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12497429927333074481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-78746752268756071822016-05-19T19:22:13.924+08:002016-05-19T19:22:13.924+08:00God felt so strongly about rest it is a commandmen...God felt so strongly about rest it is a commandment equal to 'do not kill.' In many ways we are killing ourselves without this break. I find walking to be a meditation that helps me slow down and relax. I never listen to music of take my phone and it is wonderful, especially this time of year in Maine, to get outside and breathe in life itself. Thank you for the lovely reminder Leanne!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14664097336440373659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-36577827808519616212016-05-19T13:20:20.747+08:002016-05-19T13:20:20.747+08:00I'm a bit the same Cathy - this blogging stuff...I'm a bit the same Cathy - this blogging stuff takes over your life and eats up a lot of leisure time. I'm doing my best to put it on hold for a few hours here and there so I can read, relax and let my eyes rest!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-86780493628481791572016-05-19T13:19:10.785+08:002016-05-19T13:19:10.785+08:00People always wonder what you do with yourself if ...People always wonder what you do with yourself if you have time off - I could answer with a million different ideas and I'm loving having more of that time now days.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-8155865080358323732016-05-19T13:18:04.919+08:002016-05-19T13:18:04.919+08:00It's interesting when you hear the same thing ...It's interesting when you hear the same thing in different ways - it is definitely time to take notice when that happens so I hope you grab a bit of "me time" soon Lisa xLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-33339328556313768692016-05-19T13:16:55.688+08:002016-05-19T13:16:55.688+08:00You have a LOT going on in your life Rena so I...You have a LOT going on in your life Rena so I'm not surprised you have stress - although, in my opinion, you always sound really relaxed and in control - you must be good at herding your ducks in the right direction!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-9925560419950757812016-05-19T13:16:03.440+08:002016-05-19T13:16:03.440+08:00I need to remind myself of this quite often too or...I need to remind myself of this quite often too or I end up doing way too many things and not stopping to breathe.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.com