Tuesday, January 6, 2009

2009...

So I have made it my new years resolution to start blogging more. I love when I do, it helps get all the ideas and thoughts out of my head and actually do something with them. I love looking back and reading where I have been, where I wanted to go, and what I have done to get there. My successes, my failures, what I have learned. Some people go with the thought to only look forward, for the past is the past and there is nothing you can do about it. I truly believe in looking forward, to set goals, and to better yourself and make decisions now that will affect my future in a positive way. At the same time, I am a true believer in learning through reflection. Over Christmas I was looking through old photo albums and watching old home movies, and I enjoy that stuff so much. My Granny says I am the most nostalgic person she has ever met. I do take that as a complement, but I have come to realize that I hold on too tightly to my past, and sometimes that affects my present. So basically what I am saying is everything in moderation...haha.

This year is going to be so exciting, because I have absolutely no idea what the Lord has in store for me! But I am open and willing, and that alone to some would be terrifying...and not going to lie, it still is a bit! But that is where a heart must be for something truly amazing to happen!

2009

*Currently Reading:
-The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews (compliments of Mark Pierce)
-Lady in Waiting by Debby Jones and Jackie Kendall (compliments of Jennifer Downey)
-Searching for God Know What by Donald Miller (will finish someday...)

Books in Waiting: The Shack by William P. Young (compliments of Sean Lokkesmoe)
*goal to read 12 books atleast this year*


*Currently Training:
-For my First Half Marathon!!!! ahhh, will keep posted. Goals to continue strength training on off days of training, and to change eating lifestyle.
-Goal to be at my smallest weight (but healthy)

*Fellowship:
-Get involved in the mini-church I just got placed in through FBC
-Start my weekly mentorship meetings this week
-Februrary starts YoungLife training!

*Start a girl's night group!

*Go Sky Diving

So excited for all the newness! All encouragement and comments always welcome!