Okay, I know. This is what you're supposed to post on December 31, or January 1. But at that time, I was only vaguely thinking about New Years Resolutions.
I know people who make and follow goals resolutely. I'm not one of them. I hate failing. And I've learned that I'm not great at keeping specific resolutions. So why even start! But I always want to improve.
I could afford to lose a few pounds and get into better shape. But I don't want to focus on that.
One of my friends got a 'word' for this year. Great idea! I loved that.
So I thought about this. I decided that I would try to read the Bible chronologically. Starting in January. If I finish this year, great. If not, I'll just keep reading. The idea isn't to 'finish' so much as to get back into the Word more regularly.
Another thought came to mind. What would I do with 2011 if I knew it would be my last year here on earth. Actually the thought occured to me after I began sorting through the boxes that hold my life's memories. That is one of the things I would do. Get things in order. Put the memories into a form that will benefit my family.
What else? Spend time with my kids and grandkids. Be kinder to those I meet. Love my husband better. Tell the people that I love, that I do love them. Give away what I don't need. Make stuff. Make better use of spare time. Make new friends. Spend more time getting to know the One with whom I will spend eternity. Give thanks for every new day.
So that is my New Year's resolution. Live as if this is my last year here on earth.
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