In some ways, Hurricane Melissa was a lot like the COVID-19 pandemic. It was sudden, disorienting and a huge disruption to life as we knew it. We had to face uncertainty, loss and the limits of our control. But it has also provided a powerful reminder about what really matters in life. Just as lockdowns gave us precious time to rediscover relationships, this storm, too, offers a unique opportunity to reset. 

Are you tired? Not just “need-a-nap” tired, but bone-deep, “I can’t take this anymore” weary? Between drop-offs, pick-ups, homework, work deadlines, church meetings, bills, and trying to squeeze in some time for yourself (what’s that again?), you’re running on fumes. And in the midst of it all, there's this quiet whisper you keep ignoring—the invitation to rest.