Maybe it’s because of election season, maybe it’s because I’ve been doing a lot of internet reading, but it sure seems like everyone has a lot to say. Talkity-talk talk.
And that’s coming from me, the girl writing for 31 days straight.
All fingers point at me.
And also my big self.
I’m laughing now, laughing because we are all so incredibly, blessedly small. It’s hilarious. It isn’t that I want to stop talking or quit engaging in conversation or writing. Then what is it?
I stop, consider.
Surrender. That’s the word. I want to offer up my words before they even come out of my mouth. May we know when to speak, when to laugh, and when to keep silence.
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love this one emily. especially the last two sentences. one thing i’ve always admired about my dad growing up was how he reserved his words. he isn’t a constant “talker.” when he spoke, i listened, because he always chose his words wisely. it is a trait that i want to emulate more, especially as i get older. thanks for reminding me of that today.
i’m really enjoying your 31 days.
Kimber-Leigh´s last [type] ..Day 7 of 31: A Little Light
Yes. Offering up my words before they even come out of my mouth. Such a good idea for such a wordy girl.
Learning more and more each day to delight in being so incredibly small,
K
Kimberly´s last [type] ..When Empty Is Exactly What I Need To Be
My first thought was “I wish everyone could read this wisdom during election season. People really need to hear this.” Then you reminded me, “Wait. I am reading this wisdom during election season, and surrendering my words is all I can do to create more peace.” Thank you.
CJ @ Fill the Well´s last [type] ..The Red Pill {Day 8 in 31 Days of Filling the Well}
I am so glad to read this, Emily, because these are the thoughts I’ve been having as I consider just quitting blogging. My blog is so small, and I don’t have time to devote to growing it. (At least I don’t have time to grow it in the way the experts say I should.) And I compare myself to those who have “bigger” blogs, but then I think, really? Does it really matter? I’ll stay small, listen to God’s voice, and give it all up to Him.
Shelly Wildman´s last [type] ..October update
Oh, I think there’s so much good to pursuing small. I think there’s such wisdom in what you say here: “I’ll stay small, listen to God’s voice, and give it all up to Him.”
Thanks for this – we are most definitely “blessedly small.” It’s so easy to forget that.
Haley´s last [type] ....Whoops
I am surrendering up to a month of silence for November. This 31 days thing is a lot of work. I am proclaiming November 30 days of unplugged.
Lisa´s last [type] ..31 Days of Faith {We Believe…}
You and your little-braid-ponytail-self are so darling. And yes…I’m working on when to speak, laugh, and just be quiet myself.
Love you, Em. SO much.
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This is so good, good, good………. Keep up the good work! All of the posts have been great!! I love that they are are short,
to the point and give a golden nugget for us to chew on. Have a blessed day!
short posts are my favorite.
emily freeman´s last [type] ..behind the scenes: the truth about why I’m writing on quietness
Kerry @ Made For Real´s last [type] ..Day 9
Ew, I’m sick of cartoony icons, aren’t you! Lol. I’m turning mine off today, I think. I was going for more of a subtle smile in agreement.
Kerry @ Made For Real´s last [type] ..Day 9
that’s hilarious. I don’t even know how to turn them off. womp, womp.
emily freeman´s last [type] ..the hilarity of humanity
When God speaks to us, we need to first be silent so we can listen. Love this!
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Indeed.
Rochelle´s last [type] ..A Wedding Weekend
Love this. Love, love, love.
Annie Barnett´s last [type] ..On Holding On & Letting Go
Nailed it. We have to learn when to be quite. Thanks for the reminder!
Great point about knowing when to speak, when to laugh and when to keep my mouth shut…this is going on my list of Golden Rules for Mommies.
Mindy Rogers´s last [type] ..Day 9: Remembering Your Loved One
The older I get the more often I just want to shut it. It’s necessary to get relief from the talkity-talk talk.
Tracey´s last [type] ..Nicholas Adam Sprovtsoff, Semper Fi
I feel silly even commenting because that means I’m not keeping quiet. Thank you for the reminder to surrender my words before I use them. Surrendered speech–I need more of that.
Lauren´s last [type] ..Day 9 :: Fighting Fear {part 1}: Begin at the Root
Emily, thanks for this thought. You’ve reminded me of something I heard in church a few weeks ago: “A closed mouth gathers no feet.” Hehe…
Sonika´s last [type] ..Kerry, Part I: lime trees and turrets
I read your blog on my morning quiet time, a magical space where no one is talking! You always refresh me, and for that I am grateful. You are a blessing.
Anna´s last [type] ..The Next Great Adventure
Surrender.
Often thought of as defeat. Resignation. Giving in.
Our mind and soul strive against these words, until we realize that utter abandon releases true freedom. Liberty. Victory.
Surrendering my words to the One who releases my soul from defeat…the Discerner of what is good and fitting. I put on my Holy Muzzle today, Lord, that others will see You and not me.
I absolutely, totally, completely love this shot of you. Make it your new avatar. SO artsy!
Kelly Sauer´s last [type] ..On This Day in 2005…
Oh and P.S. Surrender and submission – they are two different things, and surrender isn’t mentioned in the Bible. Ever. But maybe your surrender IS submission, really?
Kelly Sauer´s last [type] ..On This Day in 2005…
hmmm…maybe so.
emily freeman´s last [type] ..behind the scenes: the truth about why I’m writing on quietness
funny, because i felt this yesterday. and i had no words. no words that meant anything. so i paused. today, i’ll try again.
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