Some time ago, when my life was even busier than it is today (really?)...I began to practice just doing what was in front of me for the moment. I had grown weary of worrying about tomorrow, because I figured out that what Jesus said was wise...I can't add one day to my life by worrying. What He didn't say was that I can shorten my life by worrying.
I've tried to practice not dealing too much with the next thing. Sometimes, to be honest, it has cost me some money, especially when caring for my husband. But my mind is clearer, more at peace, when I am not fretting.
I still do plan ahead if I'm going to travel by airplane. I'm always looking to get the best deal, with the connections and seats that I want. But there are other areas of my life where I try to go with the flow.
Employment is one. I have sometimes simply been at the right place at the right time, or known the right people. And although I have to interview, fill out paperwork, and all the rest, I haven't had to search long or hard for work. I am thankful for that. No, I am not and never will be, independently wealthy. I will probably always have to work, but more and more I feel like I get to work, because I like what I do.
And I'm thankful I can do what I feel called and gifted to do. I will not be working at a daycare, nor will I be doing programs at Parks and Recreation. I will leave that to younger people!
So, how do you get balance in your life--living one day at a time, while being aware of the future?
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