Well today is the last day of my sabbatical. I will return to work tomorrow ready to take on the world. I would be lying if I said the anxiety this day hasn’t been haunting me. For about a week and a half I have been beginning to feel stressed with anticipation if what awaits me at the office. I just keep reminding myself to worry about nothing and to pray about everything. God had been so good to me – better than I deserve. This sabbatical came on the most perfect timing for me. I have tremendously enjoyed reading “Marriage on the Rock.” I have loved the time off allowed to me surrounding my wedding. I have been renewed with all the rest and relaxation I’ve experienced. Mostly, I have enjoyed the extra quality time with my family that I love so dearly. Sabbatical, you have been good to me and I will miss you!
Author: Melissa Slaughter
Family time
My time on sabbatical has allowed me such good, quality family time. Since I just got married, there’s a lot of family bonding to do. Because I have a son, it’s not just about me and my new hubby, but it’s about the three of us learning to be a family. My time off work has allowed me to pick up Jackson everyday after school. The other day Jackson told me he loves all this extra time we’ve been getting to spend together. It breaks my heart that I don’t get to have all this time with him all the time, but I am forever thankful for this sabbatical, this gift.
Service project
I began my service project this week. I have been working with Meals On Wheels delivering meals and groceries to those in need. Having a nutritious meal each day is something I take for granted because I haven’t faced the obstacles many of these folks do. Most of the recipients of this service are elderly and simply cannot so for themselves like they once did. I was first introduced to this service through FDLIC. I love visiting with each of these people when I’m delivering. They are always so grateful and thankful. I believe God had called us as Christians to take care of others in need, especially giving respect to our elderly. And I am so thankful for the opportunity given to me to be able to do this for others. Still feels like I’m living in a dream. 🙂
40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’
Matthew 25:40
Back to reality
Well people, I guess it’s back to reality for this gal. I spent last week getting ready for my big day. The week flew by, but it was all worth it. My wedding day was absolutely perfect and I’m a married woman now!
The day after the wedding Brad and I whisked away to Cozumel. We’ve spent the week touring the island, snorkeling, laying on the beach, and watching sunsets. It’s a rough life, but someone’s got to do it! 🙂
As I sit in this Mexican airport waiting for our flight, I am reminded of how good God is. He has done so many things in my life, especially over the past few years. I have the best job in the world, and I’m married to the most wonderful man. There is so much to be thankful for. I feel like I’m in a dream.
