Sleep Connections

A Day of Rest

Today, Sunday, is our Sabbath, a day of rest.

However in our family, the term “rest” is used loosely.  My husband and often remark that Sunday is our busiest day!  Preparing three meals for ten people (and friends, if invited), teaching principles, praying, and singing with the kids, organizing our web-based family calendar, discussing matters that affect the whole family, and running children to and from activities, including church, take up much of the day.  Add to that extras like visiting people, meetings, or personal study, and you could see why it would be our busiest day.  I know, I know, you’re exhausted just reading this - me, too!

Despite the hustle and bustle, Sunday generally maintains a different, quieter atmosphere than other days so it can serve to refresh despite all the work. Anyway, today I experienced a miracle.

I actually was able to take an hour long nap!

So even though today was busy, I feel as though I took a step towards wellness. Hmmm… Does that mean I was sleep-walking?  Okay, silliness aside, check out this article from the National Sleep Foundation on the link between sleep and fibromyalgia.  At the end of the article it suggests starting a sleep journal.  Interesting idea…  I know that I’m much more careful about what I eat if I have to write it down.  Maybe I’ll make sleep a higher priority if I’m journaling it?  I’ll let you know in a few weeks.  Right now, though, I’m off to get some Zzzzzs.