Today is the first day of school! I love the fresh start the first day of school offers: new clothes, new book bag, new school supplies and a fresh approach for the day's routine. No sleeping late, but up early and moving ahead with purpose.
Of course today started well because we were so prepared! I got up first, got myself prepared for the day with a quiet time, coffee (of course), exercise and preparing for the day ahead. I payed close attention to the clock and stayed busy getting things done - lunch packed, supplies ready to go, supper planned to prepare for the day.
It was a reminder to me that my morning routine sets the tone for the family's day. If I wake up late and then try to rush everyone to where they need to be, the day will not end up good. If I purposefully plan and use my time wisely so that I am not rushed, but relaxed and encouraging, it will be a blessing for everyone for the day.
Now, the newness of the school routine will wear off quickly this week, but I plan to keep the lessons learned on how my morning routine and outlook effects those around me and keep my home singing!
Of course today started well because we were so prepared! I got up first, got myself prepared for the day with a quiet time, coffee (of course), exercise and preparing for the day ahead. I payed close attention to the clock and stayed busy getting things done - lunch packed, supplies ready to go, supper planned to prepare for the day.
It was a reminder to me that my morning routine sets the tone for the family's day. If I wake up late and then try to rush everyone to where they need to be, the day will not end up good. If I purposefully plan and use my time wisely so that I am not rushed, but relaxed and encouraging, it will be a blessing for everyone for the day.
Now, the newness of the school routine will wear off quickly this week, but I plan to keep the lessons learned on how my morning routine and outlook effects those around me and keep my home singing!
A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance...Proverbs 15:13
We had our first week at school last week and it was my son's first ever week at primary school. It was great to get back into a routine again, as he had one from nursery. I did find it hard to motivate myself though. There is more on my post about this!!! Love that verse you quoted.
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Sounds like a great plan! My days go much better when I get up and get going. Praying you can keep up the good start!
ReplyDeleteThat is always such a difficult thing for me because I am such a night person, and not at all a morning person. I do realize though that I need to change my pattern because it makes such a different in my day when I wake up early... it changes everything.
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Blessings to you my new friend!
This really ministered to ME!!!! I'm so glad you shared, because that is exactly what I need to do!! Thank you so much!!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree. I know that if I feel rushed, that I will rush everyone else and stress them out. But if I am calm and unhurried, the morning goes better.
ReplyDeleteOur homeschooling is starting next week, so this is our last week of summer fun! Next week it's back to the schedule!
Have a lovely day and thank you for reminding us that our attitudes and actions affect all those around us, and thank you for linking up today!
Oh..and I love this verse! I'm going to use it for my FAcebook status!!
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How right you are about Mom setting the attitude for the family! I have certainly noticed that when I am rushed and harried, my girls pick up on that attitude and begin reacting that way toward one another. The more I can prepare ahead of time, the better! Thanks for the reminder and encouraging words!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I don't have anyone going off to school (sigh) this year...I love the season - and any chance for "a fresh beginning"! Feels great - fall, itself, does that for me! I'm looking forward to it! Glad your day/week started so well!
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