Today was my first day back in the office since December 17. I was very good about not checking in, I only did once to approve a purchase order and delete some spam (less than an hour).
I was going to go to the gym this morning, but soon realized I didn’t leave myself enough time to workout, shower, and catch up on e-mail before I started my marathon conference call schedule. I had a cup of coffee, started a load of laundry and began popping through the email strings trying to figure out where I left off in December.
There’s a lot of activity at work right now, multiple projects, deadlines, people to speak with. My schedule is full for the next couple of weeks, jumping from subject to subject. I felt overwhelmed before I even sat down.
I said a prayer, which was simple: “You did not create me to be ordinary, you made me to be extraordinary, so that I can use the gifts you given me to make a difference.”
So I’ve been pulling together my New Year’s resolutions, yep, they’re still in formation. I believe that good intent without any thought of a plan may not cut it. I know what I want to accomplish; lose weight, be a more patient mom, be more organized and better manager at work, write a book, travel more, spend more time in prayer, and be a better, more thoughtful and attentive wife, mother, daughter and friend. Some of these items are more difficult than others but I am hopeful that I can pull it off. If you fell off your resolution plan or haven’t even put one together – it’s never too late to plan and hope to succeed.
I came across this piece of scripture reminding me that there is a new beginning every morning. What an awesome reminder that I don’t have to wait for next year (LOL)!!
Lamentations 3:22-24
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
Best wishes to you for a healthy, happy, prosperous, generous, faith filled and fruitful new year.
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