2016 has been a hard year. It brought many changes and circumstances that have caused me to look deep into my soul and really assess what I’m doing and who I’m doing it for.
I have had to assess broken relationships and really ask God to show me what He wants me to learn through them. He has shown me how I need to change, to focus on that and to let go and rely on Him.
He opened the door for a new job opportunity that I wasn’t really looking for but then He closed it pretty quickly or at least put it on hold.
He has really worked on this problem I have of FOMO (fear of missing out). My FOMO is directly related to letting go of some responsibilities that I used to define me. He showed me that my identity is in Him, not the activities or duties I perform.
And although anxiety kicks in every once in a while, He has given me a peace about the direction He wants me on.
I started grad school this year and it has kicked my butt at times. 2017 adds in a 300 hour practicum I need to finish by August. It will be tough and it will definitely impact my family but after this and four classes I will be done!
2016 had some great momemts with new relationships, new ministries and the opportunity to open up to another through our weekly meetings. If she reads this she will probably laugh because she may not think I’ve opened up much, but for me it’s a big deal!
I cherish the time with my children, even as they get older and our relationships are changing. I have had to let go more than I want to and my heart hurts sometimes when I see choices they make or don’t make. But I know God has them tightly in His hands. My prayer is that they will seek His will and follow Him all their days.
My husband and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary this year and 32nd year as a couple. He loves, cherishes, protects and provides for me. What more could a girl want?
So goodbye to 2016 and hello to 2017. I’m excited to see what it brings.
