Need I say more? A beautiful day in Dallas with just me and my sweetheart. We seriously could have just rolled down the windows and taken a nap and been perfectly content. It's a blessing to be able to rest. I fail at this so often; I have the need to accomplish and check-off my "to do" list. Breaks and rest are not just a nice idea; they are needed for re-newness of your spirit. When you take the time to rest and simple breathe fully with no agenda, your senses are made aware to fully savor the goodness of God in all things. A pleasant drive with no interruptions to conversation, strolling through shops, holding hands, and, of course, a delicious meal! Forcing yourself to slow down even pays off when eating together. Food is needed for nutrition and continued life, but taste buds allow the full enjoyment of a meal. It's another one of those things we often rush by and don't stop to give thanks. God could have given us manna and quail for every day of this life, and we would live and be thankful for His provision, but he gives us foods with millions of flavors and tiny bumps on our tongue that recognize the vastness of a culinary palette. The tongue alone is an amazing, intricate blessing from the Lord. I know that may sound strange, but the next time you are blessed with a plateful of food, take the time to truly enjoy the many flavors the Lord has set before you.
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