How do we shortcut our new year? I guess it's: 1-2-10, though it seems a little odd. There are many oddities occurring in January of 2010, including my 40th birthday! How did this happen? Just yesterday I was turning 16 or 24 or even 33, right?! Not wanting to miss out on anything expected of me, I guess I am having a little mid-life crisis. Nothing too major or unusual, I hope. Mine is more of a time of reflection, like the way you feel on New Year's Day compounded by 100! The main question: What have I been doing for the last say, 20 years, of my life?!?!?! Specifically, what have I contributed to the greater good of mankind?? Certainly not any professional achievements. I think that does kinda bug me. But I chose, with a thankful heart, to stay home with my babies and I am so grateful to have been able to do so. Do my children appreciate the sacrifice? Doubtful. Could I probably live in a bigger house and drive a cooler car and take really awesome vacation?? Probably. And yes, a little part of me would LOVE to have that life. But I must remain centered and know that, in this life, we are to concern ourselves with possessions of the heart, not material possessions. We are to strive for God's attributes, not Bill Gates'. It's a constant battle of will, however. Perhaps this will be my #1 New Year's resolution, strive for God's blessings instead of more STUFF!
Other resolutions: BE MORE POSITIVE! I'm sure this is on many a NYR list, along with lose weight and get more organized (which are also on my list!) However, I know that being positive goes a looooooooong way towards making for a peaceful home and peaceful life. May God grant each member of my family with a positive attitude in 2010!
I know we are each gifted from God. Some gifts are evident very early in life. Others' gifts are slow to be realized (I would be in this category.) May God open my eyes to His plans for me in this new year (a little bossy, aren't I?!?)
Saturday, January 2, 2010
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