Staying Honest

I didn't write every day last week.  I kept up with my journaling, but took a day or two off from writing.  I did this for a couple of reasons.

First, because I'm pretty busy these days, and the blog got pushed off the schedule.

Second, because I began to feel as though I was running out of things to say.  I've found that I must continually strive to balance the revelation coming into my life through scripture study and prayer with the contributions I make in the lives of those around me.  If I focus too much on my internal spiritual life, I have nowhere to go with the blessing I am given; too much on the outer and I have nothing to give.  When I felt like I had nothing to say, I took it as a warning sign that I had too many draws, not enough sustenance.  That left me with two alternatives: I could take a step back and recharge, or, I could lie to you and make up an entry that I didn't honestly feel.

I chose to take a step back.  It felt good to take a few days to recharge, connect with my wife and baby, and re-center myself on the things of greatest importance.  Now I'm back and anticipate continuing my previous publishing schedule.

Have a great Monday!