It’s funny I’ve been thinking a lot about 2012 and what it means to me.
A new year, new changes.
I’ve taken a look back at 2011.
The amazing memories.
The emotional roller coaster at time.
I think about what I loved.
What I cherished.
What I would do differently.
I think towards the end of the year things got so busy.
I always felt rushed.
Friendships were pushed to the wayside.
There were far too many voice raising incidents with my kids.
Lots of meltdowns that left me wishing for a simpler life.
And so as 2012 begins:
I’m Simplifying.
I’m worrying less about making sure I have a blog post going live at midnight every night.
I’m dropping the busyness to enjoy those precious moments with my family I can never get back..
I’m working on de-cluttering my heart and my life.
It’s funny I was watching a preview for the show Hoarders.
And all I could think about was how our lives and our hearts get so full of meaningless junk like that.
It make not be materialistic things that grow into piles around our rooms, but there are plenty of other life struggles and distractions that can being to hoard our lives.
And I’m sure if I’m not careful to allow Him to clean me up.
I could end up getting drawn back into a lot of those “distractions” of 2011 that I’m clearing out to make room for 2012.
So my prayer for this year is that the Lord will help me
Simplify
From head to toe.
From the ground up.
What’s your prayer for this year ? I’d love to pray for you, pray with you.
kristin says
Love this. I, too, have had revelations when seeing Hoarders.. it’s a shame that we find ways to replace Him…
My prayer for this year is to love my Mr. more. Thomas needs his own kind of love, but I’m too busy wanting my own that I totally miss his signals. So I pray “for the strength to go and give him love whenever I feel I need it myself.” Manifesting God’s love for us by having faith and action working together 🙂
Rags to Stiches says
What a wonderful prayer my friend. Sometimes it’s so hard to love people the way they need to be loved when how we need to be loved is so different. I’m so glad that you’re finding ways to put faith back int he center. Blessings friend!
Kate says
This hits home for me as I look at everything I want to accomplish on 2012. I have to keep reminding myself, “I can be anything, but I can’t be everything.” Sending prayers for peace and simplicity and love. Xoxo.
Rags to Stiches says
Such a great post Kate! Once again you hit home with such truth. thanks again for guest posting. heart you!
Simply Authentic says
I love this–what a great goal to have and a great prayer to share. It is so easy to get caught up in this life. i used to be so much better at the “simplify” part of life….and I’m working on getting back there and on being more authentic. I just started a new book last night (Serve God, Save the Planet) that is speaking so directly to my heart—where it used to be and where I hope to be again. Hub and I also took another blogger’s suggestion and we’re trying one new green change per month—this month is to only buy used except for food & personal care products—I’m already seeing how it’s going to be good for us on numerous levels.
I found your blog last week via What I Wore Wednesdays and there was just something about it that spoke to me. Loving what you have to say and glad to have found it.
Best of luck in the coming year!
Rags to Stiches says
I agree! I’m so glad you found my blog. I love that you and your hubby are working together to simplify your lives. I’d love to hear about all the changes you’re making each month as you go green. I look forward to getting to know you friend.
Alyson @EisleyRae says
Best word, ever! Love it. Really, this is something I’m working hard to do in my life this year. As a family even. In fact, our walls are so empty in our home right now as part of this. We’re trying for a fresh start!
You’re so right about our hearts being full of “stuff”. I’ll be praying for you, friend!
Rags to Stiches says
Thanks friend! It’s been on my heart lately and when Rachel at No. 17 wrote her post the other day about simplicity I knew I had to share how I was feeling. A fresh start! That’s so totally what we need! Heart you friend.