My two week vacation from teaching was a good time to rest and reflect.

Although the days have been colder, it is refreshing walking with my dog .

We step through the powdery snow on the sidewalks in town.

The air is crisp as I smile up at the sun shining through the clouds.

Earlier I cleaned out our driveway and cleared the sidewalks.

I am improving at this new task and feel a small achievement when finished.

My break has blessed me with time to return to: reading library books,

writing, exercising, eating good food and sipping tasty hot drinks while

visiting with friends and family.

When school starts back up this week, I will work on finding a balance.

I am not setting resolutions; however, I will continue to complete my roles

and work to manage in time for my passions.

As I gaze out the windows of our home and type, I breathe deeply and

feel happy.

God has put me in a good place with the people I love, and they love me back

Jennifer S. Churchill–January 5, 2025