And on, and on, and on...

Sometimes I feel like that is how my to-do list goes. On. And on. And on.
It is funny, I say "yes" to little things. Oh, that's easy. No problem! I can take care of that. And before long, the little things are piling up. A mountain stares me in the face. And I don't even know where to start. Amazing how "little" things can suddenly feel amazingly crushing. I shouldn't be surprised. I've done it a thousand times. I resolve to keep my calendar clear, to keep days open, to try to simplify and do less. And then I turn around and my calendar is suddenly more ink than bare page. And each little activity, each obligation, each committment is wonderful. Joyful. Rewarding. Each, in and of itself, is a blessing. But the sum of the parts is insurmoutable. Alone, that is. Because once again, I am reminded that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. No, I'm not saying it is okay to over-commit. But I can climb this again-way-too-high hill ahead of me, because He is behind me. And I really CAN do "it" - even if "it" means saying no and letting go of a few things. :)