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Painting in Progress By Texas Contemporary Artist Laurie Pace

 Still in Progress
4 f tby 12 ft   Oil on Canvas
Contact me for commission work. Laurie
 
© Laurie Justus Pace     Graphics One Design 2010


Day off.  After today, I may take a day off from blogging here and there over the next week. We have much going on and I may not have access to do so.

Every one needs a day off on occasion. I told my kids it is called a MENTAL HEALTH DAY.  When they were growing up, each semester of school if they did not have too many absences, they were allowed a Mental Health Day each semester and they loved it. They never abused missing school and it was good for them to feel like they had control. Only rule was they could not take it to avoid a test. 

Sometimes mental health days provide the extra rest our body needs from the stress and expectations we have daily.  What ever the reason, God is present in every moment as you heal and relax. It is a good time to spend reflecting and trusting Him to provide direction as you go calmly through the day with confidence of recharging your batteries for a better rested tomorrow.  His grace is present there with you.


Give thanks for the day off and all the new opportunities and thoughts that will come from this gift of rest. May the day sustain and uplift you that the return to life will be one filled with His power.


Mom if you are reading this morning...thank you. Thank you for your love and light that have filled my life for the past years.  I celebrate this birthday knowing you have walked beside me through out my life, always in constant vigil with your support and wisdom. You are the best.  I love you very much.
Laurie  

"From his fullness we have all received,  grace upon grace." John 1:16

Comments

Angela said…
Good morning Laurie, and happy birthday! Having an entire birthday week must be wonderful! I have been following your blog for quite some time now and I have say that you are so inspiring!! As an artist and a Christian. I look forward to seeing your beautiful artwork and reading your thoughts for the day. God bless you!

-Angela
Simone Ritter said…
love your BIGGIE painting!! happy birthday and thank you for sharing your special gift!

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