And a Haaa-Peeee New Yeeeaaar!

I could be really reflective and tell you all my resolutions.  But I won't.  I will only say this:  I am going to make this year count on many, many levels.  I am totally one to make resolution.   I am, unfortunately, one to break resolutions almost as quickly.  Why?  Because, as we discussed before, I am a quitter. former quitter.  I do have  a serious list of resolutions in my head.  Many are spiritual and many are related to being a better wife and mother and teacher.  Many are practical, having to do with organization and time management.  But all of them will fall under the umbrella of LIVING INTENTIONALLY.  I am making a choice to be governed by the idea of making my days matter for Jesus and others and me.  I am choosing to love.  It sounds trite to say I am going to love for 2010.  But it is not.  It's big.  It's really big.  And it's got a lot to do with putting my selfish nature to rest. (Hard for me because I am SO selfish)  It is the #1 commandment.  Jesus thought it was big too.

I am grateful for 2009.  I have experinced joys and sorrows but always have been held in Jesus' loving hands.  I am happy to embrace a new year and its possibilities.  It is always exciting to think of all the amazing things a new year can bring.  We are jazzed up in my house tonight.  There is a feeling of expectancy in the air as if something wonderful is just around the bend.  Come on new year!  I am excited to see what you have to show me.