Back from too much relaxation

That’s right. I’m back. Haven’t touched a computer in over a week, and - I must admit - I did not miss it. The simplicity of whatever I had in my possession for a week - and no more - was wonderful. The worst is coming home to clutter and piles left behind.

But I cannot complain about the beautiful scenery and weather. I cannot complain about not having to cook or clean up after a meal. I cannot complain about keeping a house clean or worrying about making my guests feel comfortable.

I am spoiled. I admit it. Am not proud of it. But it is my reality.

Next year I want to stay home. Ari says he wants to wait until we are in our own home. I just want to be home.

Four days in the Galil – the northeast mountains of Israel; and six days at the Dead Sea. Each was spectacular in beauty. Clear air and mountains in the north, salt water and minerals, desert and a facial at the Dead Sea. What could be bad?

A couple days of sick kids. Yet the best vacation I have had, mood-wise. I tried to be extra loving and more patient with the kids. I prayed to let go of judgment and allow love and acceptance to take its place. I feel good about how I handled myself. I gave to myself the time to relax and be pampered.

Worried about DB. On the edge. Is it typical teenage stuff or something more? All I can do is guide, encourage and love – trying so hard not to nag!

We’re home now, my family and I, but until the kids go back to school tomorrow and my in-laws leave on Wednesday, my time is still not my own.

I will take MIL (mother-in-law) to Jerusalem in the morning to do her shopping. FIL (you get the pattern) will tag along. I will get a medal!!

Trying to stay away from refined sugar. Doing okay, not great. But trying.

Still reading the book, “Embracing Fear” by Thom Rutledge. I wish it came on booktape because I don’t have the time to read books all the way through.

The biggest news of the season is that we bought a lot of land to build a house on. Ari met with the builder right before we left to go away. I am still deep in denial. I am having a very difficult time allowing myself to be excited. It’s so huge! A house from scratch, decisions to make – it’s like writer’s block or not being able to start the painting. Once I get started I’ll be okay. I usually am.

And everything always seems to work out.

Obviously many thoughts in my head.

I’m back and will continue writing as the thoughts continue to emerge.

Happy Day!