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Closer to the garden I’ve been dreaming about – and this is the most crucial part of being consistent and patient.

My initial progress was slowed as I prepared for and then had surgery – but my family split a few tasks over the last week so that I had something to bring me outside.  So now the plants that were set to the side are nestled in their homes, seed has been scattered, and these tiny hopes are being prayed over – prayers that they will thrive and set deep roots for the dreams of flowers, herbs, and vegetables to be made real.

I’ve learned that while I have patience for some things and for other people, I don’t have any with myself.  I’ve spent 4 weeks fussing about the healing process from a hysterectomy, initially very stubborn I would be back sooner than the full 6 weeks (ha!), but then being very frustrated and negative with the amount of healing I had to do – honestly not understanding the full scope of how tired and weak I would feel.  This last week has been especially hard where I basically tucked into myself and felt a constant low.

But then my garden space was worked on, and now I remember my brainstorming for this project.  I reflect on the inspiration of wanting something that wouldn’t be an “instantly done” type project, hoping it would encourage me to slow down and really be present in the beautiful lessons God teaches us through the growing process of gardening.

I don’t think it’s coincidental that I ended up having a ‘full-stop’ on activity.  I was toeing around my outside project because of how quick it wore me out, chasing several responsibilities, and packing anything and everything into my schedule.  I wasn’t taking time before surgery to be kind to a body that was trying to keep up with several health issues.  I was also ignoring my need for connection to God beyond the general tasks built into work and time at church on Sundays.

I realize these first four weeks have been more of a deep detox from the busy and convenient, and this low I’ve felt comes from letting go of things that no longer serve a purpose, missing friends, worrying about things I have literally no control over, and guilt of giving myself false promises.  But it also comes with the reminder of setting my own roots deep in the healing lessons Jesus taught us to be more like Him, taking in the essentials we know are good for our health (like daily light from outside), and that true growth (and healing) takes consistency and time.

Here’s to growing where we’re planted and always seeking the sunshine. 🫶

Grace and peace,

Sam

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