Before rushing headlong into the New Year, I invite you to celebrate the past year.
Take time to reflect, and learn from your varied experiences.
Only as I sat down to review and reflect did I realize the many gifts that have come to me by way of my participation in life.
Let me share a few with the hope that you may feel inspired to ponder and contemplate the blessings you’ve received from your experiences of this past year.
-I have a daughter living in Brazil serving as a representative for our church. Supporting her and vicariously experiencing her spiritual growth has likewise created a year of spiritual growth for me.
-Deep inner turmoil and challenges have forced me to decide whether I would claim my self-worth. In doing so, I learned courage.
-Business opportunities and the incredible amount of work involved invited me to get clear on my purpose and hone my focus.
-The heartaches and challenges that each of my children face, and their ability to overcome have deepened my respect and appreciation for each one of them.
-Both losing and gaining some weight has provided me the opportunity to readjust some health goals and take action, all while learning to be more kind and compassionate with myself.
-Difficult farming seasons have tested and strengthened my marriage and taught me patience and faith.
I could easily have glossed over and quickly forgotten these lessons, if I had not taken time to review and reflect on this past year’s experiences.
I hope you’ve been inspired to remember your experiences and the lessons learned and gifts offered you.
Doing so will allow you to begin the new year with an open heart and with excitement in looking forward to discovering the gifts in every new experience this coming year!
With best wishes for a beautiful 2024!
Much love,