Monday, April 16, 2007

Putting First Things First

Well everyone, I have scaled back on my blogging, but still feel stretched. I need to put all my energy and focus on the central things in my life--my relationship to the Lord and my relationship and ministry to my husband and children. I covet your prayers as I am also going through a job transition and preparing to move into the house my husband is remodeling for us (so excited!) Therefore, I am going on an extended break from posting here.

Thank you for your encouragement and giving me feedback on my thoughts and writing. I look forward to having more time to write some time in the future, but until then, many blessings to you. May we all keep Christ first in all and may He be glorified in our lives!

(I am posting at CWO blog today, and will do that occasionally in the coming months.)

18 comments:

Chris @ Come to the Table said...

Kelly,
I completly understand!! You are a wise woman. I will miss hearing from you, but I also understand how time consuming this can be if we are not careful. Drop me an email if you would like to chat!
Blessings to you my friend,
Chris

Terri | Sugar Free Glow said...

Kelly, I think taking a break is good medicine. I'll look forward to your posts on CWO and whenever you come back!

Blessings~

Jen and family said...

I understand and I pray that you continue to grow in your relationship with our Lord, your hubby6 and children.
I pray that the job transition and moving house go smoothly
I will be thinking about you
Jen at http://jenz.wordpress.com/

Susanne said...

We will miss your regular posts but life happens and God will bless you for being obediant and choosing wisely.

Donnetta said...

May you find the refreshment and focus that you need.

Alicia said...

I'll miss you, Kelly, but you are the kind of lady I want as a friend because you are wise. I always see wisdom when a woman puts her family ahead of herself. Thanks for being true to your calling. I'll be praying for you and looking forward to news from you when your life finds a quiet rhythm and spaces sgsin. Enjoy your new home and job!

Deidre said...

I understand, Kelly, but know that you will be missed!

Kim said...

You will be missed Kelly. Prayerful that all things will fall into place. Finding balance is so very hard. Blessings!

Lisa Spence said...

You...and your words...will be missed. I know God will honor your desire to pursue HIM!

Blessings...Lisa

Cyndi said...

You are very, very wise. I am always glad when I see bloggers do this (and I might in the future as well) because it means your priorities are in the right place. I will be praying for you. Write in a journal, though... so you can blog it someday when you have time. I know the Lord is going to continue to teach you so much, and I don't want to miss it! :)

Susie said...

No Kelly, no, you can't leave us! Boo hoo. Sniff sniff. Just kidding. I wanted to stir things up a little. You will be missed, but I will keep checking in on you and reading your wonderful posts at CWO blog. I respect your decision to take a break and focus on your top priorities. Way to go!

Elise @A Path Made Straight said...

I understand, Kelly.
I'm so glad you have such exciting things coming up in your life, and that you are finding your center in your husband and children - may the Lord reward you for it.
Looking forward to "hearing" from you at CWO once in awhile! And I will be praying for you...you're now in my journal...

Much Ado said...

I will certainly miss your posts but admire you for making this wise decision and God will bless you for it.

Paula said...

You sound very busy. I don't blame you. Blogging can be consuming.

Enjoy your new home!! :) And time with your family and minisrty.

Glass Half Full said...

Oh yes, I have been there. Feeling like you are dedicating too much time to online fluff -- yes, I said FLUFF! Sometimes I have to reprioritize too.

Enjoy the time off and may God always be glorified!!!

Kim said...

I understand...but you will be missed!!!

I can't wait to hear all about your house!

Kim

Karen said...

Good for you, Kelly! We all need to step back and check our priorities now and then! I can only imagine how excited you must be about your new house. You'll have to tell us all about it!! Blessings, Karen

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