Here we go again with another “Five Minute Friday” post! To learn more about “Five Minute Friday” (FMF), check out the linked image here.
Basically, each week there’s a word given for you to write about. You start writing, no back-tracking, editing, etc. At the end of 5 minutes, you stop. Then you post it, and share in the community of words that were birthed during these 24-ish hours. It’s cool stuff.
So here’s this week’s response to the word: Quiet.
There are so many voices. I love getting up early on purpose, so that I begin the day well – but more than not the day ends up waking me up. A small voice, politely announcing in one way or another -it’s time to wake up. Those are the cute moments.
Fast forward to a moment later in the day, when socks feel funny and shoes don’t fit, and the pants are too loose….no, now too tight…dropping to the floor and screaming like she’s trying on hot lava instead of cotton.
And sometimes, all I ask them for, is a moment of quiet. You – sit on that chair. You – on the couch. You – on the other chair. I exit the room breathing deep, and go give mom a hug – she does this far more than I do. How does she stay sane? 🙂
I’ve always loved quiet. I remember growing up going to camps, and leading worship in bands through college. One of my favorite parts of the week were the mornings when no one else was awake yet. Getting up at 5 or 6am, to go enjoy a few moments in undisturbed nature. To witness creation waking to another day, and begin my day giving thanks to God for it all.
I understand why Jesus was often leaving to be in solitude and prayer. Maybe his disciples sometimes felt like a group of toddlers, all missing the point of what he was up to – and bringing what they thought was most important to him. Telling him their worries. Explaining why the garments of the Kingdom he was offering to them didn’t feel like they fit right….
Grr…..5 minutes is up.
Still…I think I like where that went. 🙂
words from wick 
Wick, I admire your “fortitude” to hang with all of us ladies! And that just shows how well equipped you are to handle the “chair and couch” and “hot lava” moments! The best thing about all these moments? They will be ones you cherish when they are grown and moving out! Trust me…I know of what I’m talking about here! 😉
Blessings!
Thanks Mindy! It’s fun to be a part of this FMF community!!! 🙂
“Maybe his disciples sometimes felt like a group of toddlers, all missing the point of what he was up to – and bringing what they thought was most important to him. Telling him their worries. Explaining why the garments of the Kingdom he was offering to them didn’t feel like they fit right….” This is brilliant. I think I come to Him like a toddler most days 😦
I think he shows us that he can handle and respond with love – no matter how we come to Him. For that, I’m thankful! Thanks for reading!
so much here to relate to. love your perspective. hang in there and grab those moments of solitude wherever you may find them 🙂
happy friday!
steph
thank you Steph! Those moments are very precious, for sure…may you find a few today as well!
Awesome post.
Thanks shortybear! Come again! 🙂
Behaving like Toddlers. I am pretty sure I do this. But since the disciples did it, at least I am in good company. Thanks for the reminder.
Great company. Very thankful for his patience, and the promise that I’m being made new even now…thanks for reading!!
Oh my word…disciples….toddlers.
Yes. I love where this one went, too!
and where it started: getting up early on purpose. On purpose is what I’m hung up on. I think my heart is changing it to “With purpose” Regardless, they both require the attitude of purpose!
Great write, Wick! you get out way more than I can most nights! 😉
I’m cool with “on” or “with”, or even “having”…etc. I like remembering I’ve got 3 (4 soon) little disciples following me as I follow Him. Thanks for reading, Nikki!
I had the same thought about Jesus and His need for times of quiet. 🙂 If He needed, them, then I for sure do! 🙂
Definitely….and then some more after that. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by, Nancy!
Hi Wick,
Hmm, I think you are on to something about Jesus and His disciples…He certainly had a tough job, as so parents…so much to teach and not a lot of time…Enjoyed reading your post…blessings 🙂
Thanks Dolly….definitely have to make what we can of the time we have! God bless u too!