Proverbs 10:5 NKJV

[5] He who gathers in summer is a wise son; He who sleeps in harvest is a son who causes shame.

Youth is definitely a gift I wasted (or took for granted) when I was young. Nobody warned me about the aches and pains that accompanied the aging process. As someone who works most days, I woke up this morning with a sore hip and a strong desire to stay home and rest my newfound ailment.

Despite favoring one side, I woke up thankful for the opportunity and ability to work and be productive. I know the rest may have been good for the moment. I also know that a lack of diligence would not have been honoring to God or to my family. The work got done, the soreness has faded (mostly) and I feel blessed with all God continues to provide.