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What Would You Do With A 'Time-Out?'
Posted On: 08/02/2020 17:46:59

With all the reading that I’ve been doing this past few weeks, I have been tempted to revert back to ‘the way things were’ before the global endemic has tried to stop us in our tracks. There was always some place that I wanted to go, someone to visit, do some travelling, go shopping, etc.  

The media tells us to ‘carry on’ and follow the rules, don’t worry, we’ll get through this, or they tell us that it’s going to get worse, no matter what we do. I don’t want to hear the news these days; who are we supposed to believe.

One posting that sticks in my mind is this question… ‘Do you consider the present global situation to be a ‘Time Out’, intended to give us time to re-assess our life’s journey? I haven’t thought much about ‘time- outs’ since our family are all adults. In my generation, I don’t remember any time-outs, but I do remember the occasional trip to the shed, to receive a dose of corporal punishment. It was never a nice experience, but it left an indelible impression on my memory. I remember hearing that a swift strapping on the bottom created enough heat to travel up my spine to my head, and melt the wax in my ears so that I would be able to hear and understand the rules for my behavior. In short, it would give an “attitude adjustment”! It certainly wasn’t like a ‘time-out’, especially if I would be sent to my room. There were lots of fun things that I could do to pass the time until the ‘time-out’ came to an end.

I'm wondering if our current experiences are a ‘time-out’ from the God Who created us. Is there a purpose to the experiences that we all have encountered? Am I personally learning anything that is helpful, and am I being reminded of something that I should have remembered? I’ve certainly had the time to do some serious thinking. Here are a few things on my list… it doesn’t mean that I’m successful in everything, but it brings them to mind.


·       Be positive; complaining doesn’t help!
·       Be thankful for everything; a written list makes a great reminder!
·       Be cautious; don’t believe everything that you hear. Find out for yourself!
·       Be useful; there is always something to do. Clean a closet, bake a cake, cut the grass and pull some weeds.
·       Be content; life … ‘it is, what it is!’ Stop looking over the fence!
·       Be kind and thoughtful; smile at those you meet, phone a friend, write a letter, send an e-mail or a text.
·       Be helpful; even when you haven’t been asked to help.
·       Be creative; don’t be afraid to try something you haven’t done before.
·       Be calm; it’s easier said than done… but keep trying!
·       Be prayerful; sincere prayer can be very strong and helpful, personally and for others. I don’t have to go to church to worship and pray.

Remember…”God IS Love!” It doesn’t say “God HAS Love!” There is a big difference in those two statements!



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08/15/2020 18:42:26


vamunchkin wrote:

I love this post, thank you.  I think for families with young children maybe it's allowed them a reset button.  They've been forced to spend more time with each other which I hope is bringing back some of the old ways for children.  I do see them playing outside more, doing more crafts, etc.

For me, as a senior, it's been difficult not to be able to visit with friends; to be hugged and give hugs.  I don't think I'll ever be used to "social distancing".

Thanks for dropping by and for your comment. I'm with you... I miss the chats with friends and neighbors, I miss being able to give a hug when meeting a friend, and I miss having lunch in the city with family and friends. Thank goodness for the telephone, the computer, knowing how to send emails and text messages. We can still stay in touch! 



08/15/2020 18:38:04


Jane wrote:

You reminded me of many sayings I too, heard as I grew up, years ago. Thank you for the reminder!!! I also would add "Patience" - the one thing I have always lacked. I think we were  fortunate, Thank you for your message - I know I need reminders, now and then, to keep each day a beautiful gift. I DO remember each morning, to say Thank You to God, for the night of rest and/or sleep. And, I remember to thank Him for the new day. God Bless-

Jane, thank you very much for your comment; you added a very good point to my list. Patience can be a real challenge every day... it's tempting to earnestly pray... "Dear Father God, please give me a dose of patience today... and please hurry!!!" 
We'll make it... day by day!



08/15/2020 10:46:18

I love this post, thank you.  I think for families with young children maybe it's allowed them a reset button.  They've been forced to spend more time with each other which I hope is bringing back some of the old ways for children.  I do see them playing outside more, doing more crafts, etc.

For me, as a senior, it's been difficult not to be able to visit with friends; to be hugged and give hugs.  I don't think I'll ever be used to "social distancing".



08/03/2020 23:55:44

Lisa, thanks so very much for your comments; it may surprise you but "talking", whether it is verbal or writing, can be theraputic. Our goal is not to be "perfect" (that's impossible) but our best effort, in whatever we try, can be personally rewarding and hopefully for others too. Enjoy this new week...!


momtocam wrote:

Life lessons indeed.. Lisa




08/03/2020 17:34:34

Life lessons indeed..and I, too, believe many, including myself, our routine did change. But, good things have come out of this detour..and positive traits are showing themselves daily. I found the time, just a few days ago, to clear weeds from a front flower bed.(something I almost always put off) I also did the same for my neighbor earlier. I don't even turn the tv on most days. I tap in to the weather app every morning to get up to date on our conditions here. That strap on the backside worked for me and my sister so long ago. I am so grateful lessons shown from our parents still remain etched in my brain. Things way back when were calmer and quite frankly, I am finding myself, more often now, reflecting on the years from my childhood and teenage years. Will any kind of normalcy return? That's a million dollar question. For now, I will keep positive and keep the Faith. I penned this just yesterday after reading a devotional blog that showed up in my email..one of many I subscribe to. *Faith is our steadfast guidance in Life. Trusting in HIM always~ will keep us on the right path as we travel through our journey here on earth.* Thanks Mona for another beautiful message -:)  Lisa



08/03/2020 10:40:38


texasjane wrote:

Love your blog.  A lot to think about.  Well said

Thanks very much, Jane! I didn't intend to sound "preachy", just sharing some thoughts! We are all allowed to make our own decisions.



08/03/2020 10:38:16


nightfall wrote:

What a great list to go by. I agree with this situation it has given us all time to think. I skip most of the news these days myself. I only catch the weather report. I think the one thing all of us should have learned from the pandemic is how unprepared the world really is for such a situation.
Speaking of "time out". No such thing when I was a youngster. As you say the punishment gave us an "attitude adjustment." Fact is we learned. 

Thanks very much for your comments. I keep wondering, after reading that families are having to learn how to be together, if the methods of discipline have also changed. I certainly hope for the better, and not harmful. The 'strap' wasn't considered to be harmful when we went to school!



08/03/2020 06:23:26

Love your blog.  A lot to think about.  Well said



08/03/2020 04:59:56

What a great list to go by. I agree with this situation it has given us all time to think. I skip most of the news these days myself. I only catch the weather report. I think the one thing all of us should have learned from the pandemic is how unprepared the world really is for such a situation.
Speaking of "time out". No such thing when I was a youngster. As you say the punishment gave us an "attitude adjustment." Fact is we learned. 




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