Cut to today, 9 days post fast, and I have received more little promptings in my life today than I did during the entire time of fasting. Nothing major, but little tweaks I can make here and there. One of those things being this blog. I have had this blog for a couple of years now and have posted maybe 15 times. :) Typical me. I've kept the blog around though because it is something I enjoy doing. I believe that desire is there for a reason, and today more than ever, I have really felt led to press into my blogging. It's all new to me though. I can't promise that I will post every day or even every week, but I can promise that you will see more thoughts from me.
Another change I have felt led to make is to cut down on my use of social media. I was without social media for 21 days and it was SO good. It's not something I enjoy. I care about all of you, truly, but I don't care what you're doing every second of the day. I just don't. I check Facebook merely out of habit, and it's time better spent elsewhere. So, from now on, if you need to reach me -- call me, text me, e-mail me, tweet me (yes, I will continue to keep up with Twitter).
I've thought a lot about all of the things I would like to change about myself. Work out more, devote more time to reading and doing things that are beneficial, tweak the way I eat, etc. This is something that every woman does. We are constantly analyzing ourselves, trying to figure ways to be our best me. Recently I had the thought "At what point am I going to stop griping about the things I dislike about myself and just change?" And to date, I'm happy to report that I've done so. I convinced my husband to join our local gym. I've told myself for years that I can just work out at home, but truth is, I have 3 kids. Someone always wants something. I never get more than 10 minutes to myself without someone needing me in some way. Which don't get me wrong... I LOVE, but it just is not the ideal environment for exercise. So in order to feel happier in my skin, I will have to get away for that 45 minute period. I'm not a work-out addict, I'm allowing myself some grace as I begin this lifestyle change. I have not gone to the gym everyday, I have eaten sweets more than I would like to admit, but I see the err in my ways and jump back on the boat. No condemnation, no frustration. Boom!
Chris and I have decided that we want 2013 to be the best year of our lives. I can truly say this year is starting out right on course. I'm more comfortable with myself than I ever have been. I've spent years trying to alter who I am to be what I think people will find more acceptable, but it's exhausting -- and I'm over it. I have some extremely talented friends, those with a sparkling creative ability, and in the past I've felt like I was lacking because I wasn't as driven in the same things they were. Truth is, I have just had to focus on finding my identity in Christ. Who has God created me to be, what strengths has He placed inside of me, in what ways can I use those strengths? So, we're back to the blog. My hope for this blog is that it will be a source of encouragement for you. My posts won't always be this wordy. I will share those things that interest me here and there (recipes, parenting tips, fashion faves, etc.), but I just want to have a space to share myself with others. I hope that you will feel comfortable commenting on posts with your own thoughts.
So, that's me. What about you?? Hope to hear from you in the comments below!
Another change I have felt led to make is to cut down on my use of social media. I was without social media for 21 days and it was SO good. It's not something I enjoy. I care about all of you, truly, but I don't care what you're doing every second of the day. I just don't. I check Facebook merely out of habit, and it's time better spent elsewhere. So, from now on, if you need to reach me -- call me, text me, e-mail me, tweet me (yes, I will continue to keep up with Twitter).
I've thought a lot about all of the things I would like to change about myself. Work out more, devote more time to reading and doing things that are beneficial, tweak the way I eat, etc. This is something that every woman does. We are constantly analyzing ourselves, trying to figure ways to be our best me. Recently I had the thought "At what point am I going to stop griping about the things I dislike about myself and just change?" And to date, I'm happy to report that I've done so. I convinced my husband to join our local gym. I've told myself for years that I can just work out at home, but truth is, I have 3 kids. Someone always wants something. I never get more than 10 minutes to myself without someone needing me in some way. Which don't get me wrong... I LOVE, but it just is not the ideal environment for exercise. So in order to feel happier in my skin, I will have to get away for that 45 minute period. I'm not a work-out addict, I'm allowing myself some grace as I begin this lifestyle change. I have not gone to the gym everyday, I have eaten sweets more than I would like to admit, but I see the err in my ways and jump back on the boat. No condemnation, no frustration. Boom!
Chris and I have decided that we want 2013 to be the best year of our lives. I can truly say this year is starting out right on course. I'm more comfortable with myself than I ever have been. I've spent years trying to alter who I am to be what I think people will find more acceptable, but it's exhausting -- and I'm over it. I have some extremely talented friends, those with a sparkling creative ability, and in the past I've felt like I was lacking because I wasn't as driven in the same things they were. Truth is, I have just had to focus on finding my identity in Christ. Who has God created me to be, what strengths has He placed inside of me, in what ways can I use those strengths? So, we're back to the blog. My hope for this blog is that it will be a source of encouragement for you. My posts won't always be this wordy. I will share those things that interest me here and there (recipes, parenting tips, fashion faves, etc.), but I just want to have a space to share myself with others. I hope that you will feel comfortable commenting on posts with your own thoughts.
So, that's me. What about you?? Hope to hear from you in the comments below!
This is so good. Thank you for sharing!
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