My word for 2014 is "intention." So much of life is spent on "autopilot," simply going through the motions of routines and activities. It is my focus to act with intention. To move with purpose, to focus on maximizing my happiness, to do with meaning.
1. Organization--I am happier and more sane when my life is organized. My focus is a meal plan, maintaining a weekly calendar of chores/homework schedule, etc. Chris and I have revised our budget to reflect our family financial goals. This ties in directly with financial organization and spending with intention or purpose.
2. Health--Once our little guy is born, health will become my obsession. Clean eating and working out. Lots of sweat, sweat, sweat. This is our last little one that I will carry, so no more excuses to carry this extra weight. I am focusing on pre-baby Kara, which will involve losing about 40 pounds.
3. Family time--Working full time and being a mom and wife is a juggling act. I am vowing to not use my computer between the hours of 4 and 7:00. Instead, I'll work out, play games with my kiddos, make dinner, and be present.
4. Reading--I used to be a reader. I read book after book, especially during the summertime. Since I've become a Mom, that desire has slid dramatically. 2014 will be the year I reconnect with my first love. I am setting my goal in reference to time spent reading vs. the number of books read. I hope to read 1 hour per day. Through my reading, I hope to deepen my spiritual awareness. 14 of Beth Moore's kindle books are FREE right now on Amazon, so I've downloaded many of them. I also am planning on reading through the New Testament. I've never been a huge Bible reader. I prefer mini studies or a study on a specific book of the Bible, but this is the year. Through this platform, I am also going to pray with more intention. My Grandma & Grandpa were the most spiritual people I knew. They were always reading Bible verses, prayers, and leading a Godly life. They volunteered in their church and simply showed us what it meant to be a Christian. They never preached to my sisters and I or really even spoke of what we needed to do, but again, showed by example. They were honest, generous, loving and unselfish. They'd give whatever they had to whomever was in need and expected nothing in return. They worked hard for all that they had and never expressed any self pity. They appreciated all that they had and loved unconditionally. Watching them live life was the most powerful sermon I've ever heard. They are what I strive to be--someone who does not beat others with their beliefs, preach to those who may not follow him, or take instead of give. Instead, quietly and confidently follow the word of the Lord-praying fervently, giving generously, trusting always, loving unconditionally and showing constant appreciation for all.
1. Organization--I am happier and more sane when my life is organized. My focus is a meal plan, maintaining a weekly calendar of chores/homework schedule, etc. Chris and I have revised our budget to reflect our family financial goals. This ties in directly with financial organization and spending with intention or purpose.
2. Health--Once our little guy is born, health will become my obsession. Clean eating and working out. Lots of sweat, sweat, sweat. This is our last little one that I will carry, so no more excuses to carry this extra weight. I am focusing on pre-baby Kara, which will involve losing about 40 pounds.
3. Family time--Working full time and being a mom and wife is a juggling act. I am vowing to not use my computer between the hours of 4 and 7:00. Instead, I'll work out, play games with my kiddos, make dinner, and be present.
4. Reading--I used to be a reader. I read book after book, especially during the summertime. Since I've become a Mom, that desire has slid dramatically. 2014 will be the year I reconnect with my first love. I am setting my goal in reference to time spent reading vs. the number of books read. I hope to read 1 hour per day. Through my reading, I hope to deepen my spiritual awareness. 14 of Beth Moore's kindle books are FREE right now on Amazon, so I've downloaded many of them. I also am planning on reading through the New Testament. I've never been a huge Bible reader. I prefer mini studies or a study on a specific book of the Bible, but this is the year. Through this platform, I am also going to pray with more intention. My Grandma & Grandpa were the most spiritual people I knew. They were always reading Bible verses, prayers, and leading a Godly life. They volunteered in their church and simply showed us what it meant to be a Christian. They never preached to my sisters and I or really even spoke of what we needed to do, but again, showed by example. They were honest, generous, loving and unselfish. They'd give whatever they had to whomever was in need and expected nothing in return. They worked hard for all that they had and never expressed any self pity. They appreciated all that they had and loved unconditionally. Watching them live life was the most powerful sermon I've ever heard. They are what I strive to be--someone who does not beat others with their beliefs, preach to those who may not follow him, or take instead of give. Instead, quietly and confidently follow the word of the Lord-praying fervently, giving generously, trusting always, loving unconditionally and showing constant appreciation for all.
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Love ya, J