And yet again I have to apologize for a lack of posts in December! An exciting but challenging project at work took up most of my month. December was filled with holiday gatherings and time with family which was such a blessing. This year my entire family on my mom's side was together for Christmas - including family from Texas! Truly this was the greatest gift we received this holiday season.
Since it is the new year and as tradition goes, resolutions must be made! I feel I have several this year, and although in my opinion resolutions can be made at anytime of the year, there just seems to be a more effective incentive with the New Year doesn't there? A couple are typical and one is something I've been contemplating for some time. So I'd like to ask your patience with me as I get a bit serious for a moment - blogging my resolutions for everyone to see - now how's that for accountability??
- BLOG! At least 2 times a month, I need to be having AND sharing more adventures here in Aberdeen.
- Find new ways to be fit & active. A twist on the usual - I'm already a YMCA member and will be avoiding it until the rush calms down - but I want to find other ways to keep in shape that might also be adventures to share! I'm thinking dance classes, cross country skiing, snow-shoeing, etc.
- And now for our serious turn...Be Open.
This year will be another year of big life changes in one way or another. I am nearly halfway through my fellowship and whether I remain in Aberdeen when I'm finished or head off in a different direction, I will definitely be starting a different job at some point and possibly in a different city. It is my hope that I will be able to listen to my own heart and accept God's plan for me as the right one for ME and for no one else. This will definitely mean a new job, maybe a new city, a new home, new relationships and who knows what else. But I am excited for what 2011 will bring and want to be as open as possible to the opportunities and challenges that God puts in front of me - regardless of whether or not they fit into my plan. So for many things I will try my hardest to Be Open, and I encourage you all to do the same. Be open to change - be open to new ideas - be open to variety - be open to love.
I wish every one of you the most abundant joy in 2011 and pray that this year brings you among many other things - the love of family and friends, peace in the present and hope for the future. It will be an exciting year my friends, stay tuned!!
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