2013 was not the best... a year full of emotional days and lessons learned. Through all the hardships and trials I can see I leave 2013 a better person. A year that will leave it's mark on my heart forever, but a year that is gone and in the past now. I am a changed person this first day of 2014. I am a more spiritual person. A more understanding person. A less dramatic person. I am also less tolerant of unnecessary negative actions and personalities. I have learned that it is okay to distance yourself from things and people that make life unhappy and negative. You can't fix people... only love them. I have learned that also.. my job as a mother and a wife is to always make sure my family is happy, healthy, and God centered FIRST before anything else!
This year I am not making resolutions... I feel like everyday we should be striving to better ourselves. To try and help make a better me this year I am trying to simplify. I am going to try and quit making life more difficult and try to just live life to the best of my ability not worrying. I am going to try and let God's spirit lead me and my family instead of trying to direct the scenes myself. I need to get out of the way and let the true leader light my path!
2013 has had some very sparkly moments. My love and care for my husband has never been greater. We have grown closer this year and made it through a year that would break most apart. My family is caring and extraordinary, even though I wish Nashville was closer so I could see them all more often! My best friend has been there with me through all the crazies. She has listened to my cries, whines, and disappointments. She has given great advice and told terrible jokes to keep me laughing. More than anything she is a trustworthy God centered friend that makes my life better! I also reconnected with several wonderful people during this past year... one in particular really helped me to turn my life around and help me see the happy again. Our talks were brief, but the words were lasting. The care and prayers are more appreciated than you know. A person who would never put themselves up on a pedestal, but someone who leveled with me and doesn't sugar coat. KW you really made a difference.
One of the things that really helps me stay positive and helps me keep my mind on Jesus is the music I listen to. Lyrics that speak to my soul. This past year music has been a safe and comforting place. There have been many songs that have really helped me. Really spoke to me. Given me hope. Given me inspiration. I know the few people who read this are busy.... but if you have a moment click on the links below to some of the songs that have really helped me to find my center!
Hillsong United has a song called Oceans. I often have tears in my eyes after hearing this song even though I have listened to it hundreds of times. Oceans is how I want to lead my 2014. The song says that Spirit lead me where my faith is without borders. Let me walk upon the waters. Where ever you would call me. Take me deeper than my feet would ever wander, and my faith will be made stronger in the presence of my Savior.
My best friend shared this next song with me on a day that I really needed to hear it. Gungor reminds us that God makes beautiful things.... beautiful things even out of dust. This song is a beautiful reminder that no matter what has happened with Jesus as our savior we can all be made new.
God has a plan and can turn these ashes into something beautiful.
Mandisa made me dance this year.... her Overcomer anthem is a great song for all girls to sing at the top of their longs. Whatever it is that you might be going through, I know your not gonna let it get the best of you... You might be down for a moment feeling like it's hopeless, that's when he reminds you that YOU are an OVERCOMER!
Plumb's song Need You Now is one of those lyrics that feels like it came straight from my heart. I need you.. God I need you now.
The last song is about as corny as it comes... but I guarantee you will be shaking by the time you are done. I LOVE this song.
I just can't believe
Where my life was at
All that I know is that my heart was broken
And I don't ever wanna go back
Ain't no explanation
How I saw the light
He found me and set me free
And it brought me back to life
Blame it on the transformation
Changed down to the core
His love is real
And I can't sit still
Cuz my name's not shamed no more
So, 2013 is in the past. It's over and done. The memories will live on with us, but today is a new day. We were blessed with another sunrise. Let's live it better than yesterday. Better than last year. Make it count. Learn something new. Help someone that is struggling. Make a bucket list and actual mark off some of the things you have always wanted to try! We have a blank slate in front of us. Next year on this date in 2015 when reflecting back what do you want to see? Make it happen.... I will be striving along right there with you.
May you have a bright and shining new year. Much love to you all! Let's rock 2014!!!
-Holly
Happy New Year, sweet lady! Looking forward to hearing the great things God is doing in your life in 2014!
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