New Year's Eve 2017

Stopping to catch my breath, then glance behind me and also squint ahead, I have made a few goals for the new year. In no particular order, here they are:

1. Less Screen Time

2. Invest In Friendships

3. Ride The Harley

4. Read Through The Bible

5. Establish A Structure In The Job

6. Play "All I Ask" On The Piano

7. Enjoy Bedtime Stories With The Kids

8. Make Things Minimalist At Home

9. Say "No"

10. Share Quality Time with PJ

11. Show Gratitude

12. Make Those Photobooks

13. Live In The Light Of The Cross

14. Travel Whenever Possible

15. Be Present And Intentional

16. Eat Less Junk Food

17. Spend More Time Outdoors

18. Celebrate

(20)18 Things? Totally unplanned! And I wouldn't change a thing. Love the opportunity that a New Year / Week / Month / Season brings... I can't help but wipe the slate clean and try again.

May your new leaf shine bright and beautiful as the dawn tomorrow. May you also experience the grace of a fresh start, another chance. May you grab it with both hands and live fully! To laugh, to lose, to love and to learn...is to live!

Happy New Year to you from us xxxxx

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