Silence?

So as you all know, I just moved out of my parents house and have my own place. Beth has not moved in entirely, so these past two nights i've spent entirely alone. Internet and cable are not connected yet, so i'm learning how to deal without those things. (ps- I never realized how dependent I am on technology. How were bills paid pre-internet? What is a stamp!? An envelope...crazy!)

The other night, it was so quiet that I contemplated talking to myself. Growing up in a huge family where I never had the opportunity to hear myself think, this is the oddest experience to have. Here I am, 23-years old, and i'm just now learning what it is to have alone time and thinking space. It's actually sad how weird it is when I think about how much I am constantly doing, seeing and saying. I think there is something to be said for simplicity-on many levels.

Its actually been really refreshing entertaining my thoughts-most of the time I just dismiss them, or ignore them. This opportunity is one that I want to take advantage of. When is the last time you were left alone with your thoughts? If you can't remember, maybe its time to see what it's like.

"Be still and know....."