fast

Reason #91—I went on a fast from the computer.

Like I said, yesterday I tried a day with no computer. I almost made it, too, except that I needed it to prepare a Sunday school lesson. But that took maybe 30 minutes of computer time tops.

I must say, it was kind of nice not to check e-mail or facebook. The day actually felt a bit more restful overall. However, I did watch some MMA fights on TV, which added a bit of excitement. I know; kind of weird to watch grown men beat each other up on the day you've designated as a sabbath, but it was something Mr. and I did together, though, so I figure it counts as "family time." ;-)

The book I've been reading on sabbath suggested giving up multitasking on your sabbath day. I think I like that idea. Yesterday I tried to prepare my Sunday school lesson WHILE watching MMA, and it was not easy. I always feel flustered and kind of grumpy when I try to do two things at once. They didn't call me "one drawer Deb" in my singles group for nothing. Yes, it won't pain me one bit to give up multitasking on my sabbath days (or on regular days, even). I just have to get organized enough to pull it off!

Although I fasted from the computer, I ate well yesterday. I slept in late and got up slowly and leisurely. Then I made us nice big omelets with green pepper, onion, tomato and cheese. Yum. We snacked around noon time on yoghurt and granola. Then for supper—aaaaah—spaghetti and meatballs. SOOO good. Spaghetti is one of my favorite comfort foods, and the meatballs were excellent. I figure the sabbath can also be a rest from being so strict about what I eat. And if I felt any twinges of guilt as I slurped down spaghetti, I just told myself that I was carbo-loading the for next morning's run.

Which I accomplished already this morning, getting up and out the door by 5:30. But I have a very busy day ahead, so I dare not rest on my laurels. Enough of this blogging. On to the next task.