Until I took a look today, I hadn't realized August was the last time I posted. I feel some guilt, yet my life has just been going forward. I'm hesitant to roll out the welcome mat to 2018, because so far, this year has been stressful. (Yes, I know it's only two months old!) I won't bore you with all the details, but suffice it to say that just because I haven't been writing, doesn't mean life hasn't been happening. Work is good. Challenging, but I like it that way. I'm actually training someone new right now. Talk about giving you perspective on what you do daily!
My sewer needs some expensive work. My mom's having some tests. I recently discovered I have severe arthritis in one knee...to the point it needs replacing. I've hit potholes (which are seemingly unavoidable here), and needed new tires. I've also ordered a couple of things that will add to the curb appeal of my already cute little house.
And daily, I am learning about grace. Thankfulness. Living within your means. And how small my world really is. Grace...because I deserve nothing that I have, but it's been given to me anyway. Thankfulness because how can you not be thankful when you've been given so much? Living within your means because of wise friends who show not only me, but an entire online community the advantages of doing so. And how small my world is as I see news happening in a vast world that is pleading for help.
My goals for this year while small, can be life-altering if put firmly in to the main stream of my life. Recognizing grace. Voicing thankfulness. Learning the art of being frugal to a much broader scope than I have right now. Doing all of these things so that my world, or at least my involvement in this world, can grow.
Often you've seen me write about wanting love, seeking love, or wondering why I haven't found it yet. This is the year my focus shifts. From inward focusing to outward looking. I want to become aware of those around me in need, live frugally so I can give liberally, and see myself grow in relation to all of this. Onward!
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