Have you ever felt like something was missing in your life? 

On the surface, my life appeared fine. I had a good work-life balance, and my family was thriving and healthy. Yet, I felt something was missing. 

One Sunday afternoon, my husband said, “We’re taking a day trip.” When I asked where we were going, he just smiled. I grabbed a jacket and got in the car. About an hour later, we arrived at a nearby lake. My husband whipped out a blanket and cooler. As we picnicked, talked, and relaxed, I realized what I’d been missing: connection and “being present” in our relationship. It took stepping out of my routine to see how my soul longed to listen, laugh, and love.