God's funny way of slowing us down

I have been running at full speed for about a month now. Not sleeping much and running myself ragged. Yesterday my wife and 3 kids went down with the flu. At first I was frustrated, but it turned into a beautiful day. It was an amazing day of learning. I was taught patience, mercy, grace, and peace all day.  Best of all I spent a whole day with my kids and wife. It is neat what God uses to grab our attention. I am so thankful I have been in prayer and the word and realized the joys and simplicity of this day. In the past I would have been a grouch and frustrated. Lord thanks for slowing me down and letting me appreciate the joys of a storm.