there is a theme to the blog posts today that really match my mood as well. it's a theme of thankfullness, of being happy for the little things, of taking time to see the beauty in life and appreciate what we have. i've been feeling this way about my summer, and now that it's coming to an end with school starting soon, i'm getting restless. i know that i've sort of "coasted" through summer, getting my work done before noon so i can spend time with the boys. i haven't used my brain as much as i should, and i haven't really made time for anything that doesn't involve kids. after three months, it's time to "go back to work." my brain is craving a challenge, even as my body is itching from another beautiful day at the swimming pool. i have loved this summer. but i see a need for more. i feel a little lazy, a little self-indulgent and a little too comfortable. i think that God is telling me to put the talents he gave me to better use, to make the most of my time and fill my days up with things that don't just involve...well, me. so. this fall, i am going to buckle down and take on more challenging projects. i'm going to volunteer for something that is meaningful to me. i'm going to make more time and put more effort into my relationships--especially with friends that live far away. i take for granted that you guys will just always be here, rolling your eyes and saying "well, that's just carey." i'm going to ask God to open some doors, and show me what He'd like me to be doing. i know He's got a plan. i just haven't made the time to look. i guess i'm thankful that God makes me restless. restlessness is an excellent motivator. so...two more weeks on cruise control, and then i'm going to dust off my brain and do something cool. look out!