Regardless of where I am, now that I have returned from Russia, I look at time differently. Time in Russia seems more relaxed, slower, and perhaps a bit different than here in America. Our materialistic society is always looking to squeeze one more activity into an already crowded day…but not in Russia. My sense is that the Russian culture is not in the “hurry” that we are in the United States…at least here on the East Coast. Perhaps that’s why I struggle with the whole concept of wanting Julianna to be over here yesterday, knowing that it won’t be until mid-June at best.
The clock also reminds me that there are eight hours difference in time. Right now in Russia, our little Julianna is finishing her Tuesday night sleep and awakening on Wednesday morning! So, perhaps today is the day that we will hear more about our little girl. If she could only know that I showed her pictures to her pediatrician today and that her pediatrician is writing a letter to help her come home sooner, I think she would be excited…no not about the letter…but that we are making progress on bringing her home quicker.
Savoring this process is important. Why? This documents part of Julianna’s journey into our life and into our family. It is important to “live in the moment” NOW. Kenny and I were very much able to do this when we were in Russia, as we had no other commitments and responsibilities. Living in the moment and being present to the promptings of the Holy Spirit is what we are called to do…not just in Russia but now, every day in all that we do.
So when we think about time …how important is the clock if one is living in the present moment for when living in the present moment, one comes face to face with God. Somehow, I don't envision God wearing a watch!
The clock also reminds me that there are eight hours difference in time. Right now in Russia, our little Julianna is finishing her Tuesday night sleep and awakening on Wednesday morning! So, perhaps today is the day that we will hear more about our little girl. If she could only know that I showed her pictures to her pediatrician today and that her pediatrician is writing a letter to help her come home sooner, I think she would be excited…no not about the letter…but that we are making progress on bringing her home quicker.
Savoring this process is important. Why? This documents part of Julianna’s journey into our life and into our family. It is important to “live in the moment” NOW. Kenny and I were very much able to do this when we were in Russia, as we had no other commitments and responsibilities. Living in the moment and being present to the promptings of the Holy Spirit is what we are called to do…not just in Russia but now, every day in all that we do.
So when we think about time …how important is the clock if one is living in the present moment for when living in the present moment, one comes face to face with God. Somehow, I don't envision God wearing a watch!