Remember last week when I invited you to reflect on 2021? I won’t ask you to do something unless I do it myself, so here’s a peek at my last year:
My mom battled aggressive breast cancer; Our first grandbaby came into this world (Long-awaited PINK!); Our oldest son graduated from Medical School in Texas and started residency; Our youngest son returned from the England London Mission; I noticed marriage in the 32nd year is different than the 1st year; I have been fortunate to serve a group of Young Single Adults at my church; I met new friends joining the DTLC (Disciple Thought Leader Circle); I sang again with MCO (First time in a year and a half since we were able to gather post covid. So refreshing!); I enjoyed the Mesa Temple Rededication and am thrilled it’s open again (so missed it during the 2 yr renovation); I adore being a Coach, doing group mentoring, and became a Coach Trainer for FLCA; Though I dialed down the amount, I still did floral design work; I became a Plexus ambassador – Go gut health!; I experienced and overcame opposition, many times; But most importantly as I immersed myself in the light of Christ, I felt Him near.
And what did I learn through all of that?! : Here’s my top 10 for 2021-
1. When I try to control outcomes I get in my own way. There are blessings that come from surrendering and trusting God most.
2. When I follow impressions and act upon them I am surprised at all I can do.
3. Agency is as precious gift. I can choose to be happy or I can live in a hell of my own making. Choice is spectacular.
4. Kindness really does begin with me. I can have as many friends as I’d like or be as lonely as life sometimes seems.
5. God of deliverance. He has placed people in my life just at the right moment when I needed them or they needed me.
6. Time is of the essence. I only live today once but the ripple effect today has on tomorrow is something to be mindful of.
7. When I choose God’s love, I have no need to prove or defend myself. I am already enough.
8. Other people’s opinions aren’t as important as my very own about me.
9. I can. I used to often think ‘I can’t’. In fact, I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.
10. When I pray, God answers. Even if it takes over a decade. Or a lifetime.
I am grateful for all I learned with the time I was given last year. As the new year starts I always like to pick out a new word to carry me through the next 360. It’s like a pep talk in just a few letters but keeps me focused on my goals. This year my word is:
D i s c i p l i n e
The word disciple is the root word of discipline. I am looking forward to learning more about the Savior this upcoming 2022 and how to really trust, hear, and understand Him to a higher degree. That is my soul revealed. I desire more of His peace and guidance and am happy to walk this journey with you. That’s also the power of reflection. If I didn’t take the time to look, I might not have seen the many gifts that were given to me.
Action Item: Pick a special word that resonates with you and may you continue to flourish. Remember, your ability to choose something as simple as the language you surround yourself with is a spectacular opportunity and helps you create the life you want. I’d love to hear what word you pick!
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