A Quiet Afternoon

So far, my pregnancy has made me so sick and tired that I spend a lot of my day resting alone.  I'm finding beauty in the quiet places and in the still moments. I've enjoyed it so much, I've put together a little list of things to give you your own afternoon of rejuvenation to comfort your heart.

1. Father Gillick on Shame.
I am obsessed with one talk that Father Larry Gillick did that centers on shame. It wrecks me every time I listen to it.  Download it, put your headphones in, and cry your way through washing dishes like I do.

2. The Cageless Birds Live at Home
This is a series of live videos recorded in the Helsers' home here in North Carolina. Each song is written by a member of The Cageless Birds, an art collective focused on creative worship. This song by Molly Skaggs is my personal favorite (I've featured an old video here before), but watch them all! The album is also now on iTunes.


Invitation | Molly Skaggs | Live at Home from A Place for the Heart on Vimeo.

3. Future | Past by John Mark McMillan
Ok, so I'm a little biased on this one. (I'm in this video along with my husband). The song, however, is unbelievable and speaks for itself.

4. Drink some tea!!
My favorite is Earl Grey (Earl Grey Tea 30ct Eco Canister from: Teatulia) but herbal teas are great for relaxation. Wrap up in a nice throw (pick one up here:15% off Select Throw Blankets at Zinc Door (1/15-2/14) or go to Ross and get a $15 blanket) and take a little nap. You deserve it.

BONUS! Free printable guided journal to complete your relaxation! (Click here to download PDF)

---Caroline