Inner Solitude Means...

Knowing I need "something" and taking the time for that something to manifest itself in my life.

Realizing that joy comes from how I see the world around me and commandeering the minutes needed to see what I should be seeing.

Resting in the reality of God's grace for all things, at all times, in every way.

Knowing who I need to be and creating the personal space needed to become a true friend to myself, my God and those around me.

Allowing the silence of the soul to work its wonders on the story lines of my heart.

Forfeiting the call of the rush hour for the often disregarded appeals of my spirit for a "time out" -- a time out to comfort, guide and protect the very essence of who I am, need to be, and hope to become.

Unlocking the reality of inner success and the peace it brings for the purpose of resisting the chronic barrage of performance-driven living.

Resting in the ever-present arms of God's grace and seeing Him for all He's worth.

Allowing the joy of life to captivate me one more time!

Accepting the reality of life's unanswered questions by trusting in Who I know to chaperon my heart -- guiding its longings toward the inner balance so needed for the moment.

Slowing down enough to listen, remaining quiet enough to hear, and being courageous enough to follow what I've heard.

Reflecting on what matters most by refusing to allow what matters least to incarcerate my heart more than desired or needed.

Allowing the sunshine of my soul to become a reality instead of the mist of a dream which visits my heart way, way too often with little or no results.

Believing in the power and beauty of silence enough to enter its door more often than not -- rather than less often than needed.