First post of 2010

Whether you say "Two Thousand and ten" or "twenty-ten", 2010 is here!  Can you believe we are 3 weeks into it today?  Wow, where has the time gone?  Well, I actually know the answer to this for me.  I teach in two buildings and we are just about done with finals.  I have also started a new Master's class and it is kicking me in the rearend REALLY HARD!  This class is a research class, so that means LOTS of writing; something I really dislike.

So for the next 8 months there is no "New Year's Resolutions" or great bible studies for me, although I am excited to lead a "Secret Keeper Girl" bible study for mom's and daughter's this fall.  But for now, it is just me and my classes.  I am half way there.  I am so thankful these classes are only 6 weeks long.  By week 5 I really start to drag and half the time end up skipping the assignment.  I really need to stop this, so I guess that will be my goal for 2010...

My heart has been filled with love for those who are grieving.  I know too many people in the last few months who have lost beloved family members.  My family has been touched by those who are grieving and we want those families to know we love them, pray for them daily, and are thankful all of them will have the opportunity to spend eternity with them.  One mom in particular I pray every morning she will have the strength to get up for the day.  That's it, but I know it is the first hard decision she makes EVERY day.

I have learned to be more thankful and accept imperfection.  I am thankful I have everything in my life.  I don't like everything, but I am learning to be content with the things that God provides.  After all, he didn't ASK my opinion.

Don't forget to go over to Rachel's Writings today and wish Rachel a Happy Birthday!  I hope all of you have a wonderful rest of January.  I am sure I won't be posting anytime soon.  See you in February...