Changes

I had such good intentions when I decided to begin blogging again. But I have learned something about my self during the process. I am unable to do all I desire to do in a 24 hour day. I guess I just have too many interests:) I am NEVER bored. I accepted a long time ago that I will not live long enough on this earth to go all the places I want to go, have the depth of relationships I long for, read all the books I want to read, finish all the sewing projects I have begun in my mind, be there for all the special moments with my children and grandchildren, teach my Bible classes with the enthusiasm that God's Word deserves, exercise as long as I need to, prepare nutritious meals for my family and friends, AND share my comings and goings with my blogging friends. So I have reached a compromise with myself. Each day I will do what is most important on that day. Sounds simple doesn't it? What that has meant since my last post is the following:
1. In order to serve my husband and family I need to be in the best health I can be. In order to do that I commited to 45 minutes a day, 6 days of week of hillclimbing on my treadmill. I have been doing this for four and a half months now. I joined Weight Watchers at the end of September and have lost 35 pounds so far. I feel so much better. I am going to continue on this journey for at least the remainder of this year.
2. I spend time each day in prayer for my children and grandchildren, and in God's Word. This is the glue that holds us all together.
3. Three hours a day I spend teaching my sons what I believe are the most important things they need to know in order to become Christian husbands and fathers, who can support their families physically and lead them spiritually.
4. I am committed to teaching my Bible class. I found a wonderful curriculum, a great co-teacher (Miss Jolene), and have been blessed with a great group of students (including my own sweet, Christian.
5. Family matters. When one of my children calls during the day to share their joys, and occasional disappointments, I take that call. They are important. When Terry arrives home from work I want for him to find a peaceful environment, and a good dinner planned ( though offers to pick up Chinese are always appreciated:)
6. When an opportunity arises to use my home for a bed or meals I want my guests to know how honored I am to have them and want to provide for them a welcoming second home, and last of all
7. I sew. I sew whimsy balls, little dresses, rompers, bubble suits, and tutus. For my adorable, sweet grandchildren.

So do you see what my problem is? Too many blessings and maybe an occasional "life is too good to get off of this couch, sitting with my husband watching Fox News and drinking our sweet tea" to blog what to most folks would appear to be pretty mundane thoughts. I appreciate those who have told me they missed it. That made me feel good. I do enjoy looking over past posts and reading about days past that I honestly had already forgotten about. Here's to re-prioritizing, an effort to remember these good days and the blessings of days to come. Have a good night everyone!