Excuses are useless...

Like many of us, I've found myself being busy with holiday business over the past few weeks. Planning and attending parties and family meals, serving the less fortunate in the community and buying gifts for loved ones near and far reminds me of how happy I am to be a Christian in this country. Though the hustle and bustle is exciting and fun, it can be a bit distracting and it's easy to get "caught up" in the merriment without looking at the big picture and keeping personal goals in mind.

So, today, I'm taking time to look at the big picture. Though the last few weeks have been filled with joy and relaxation, I have much work to do in the year ahead. Knowing that I must take life step by step, I've decided not to make traditional "resolutions". Instead, I am declaring this year MY YEAR!

I have but two goals in mind (notice I didn't say resolution). Setting goals means there's a plan in mind. My plan is a very simple one.

My goals: 1. To submit each decision in my life to the will of the Lord
2. To care for myself spiritually, mentally, emotionally and physically like never
before.

My plan: To be a woman of my word. Period.

I've made so many promises to myself, to family, to friends and to God that I've either broken or simply let fall by the way side. Not this year. I'm going to be honest with myself, and my loved ones and stop making excuses.

I've tried being the pilot, and co-pilot of my life. What I've realized is that my back seat driving is getting me nowhere. So, I'm turning control back over to the giver of life. He has control anyway, so no need to fight Him on it! I'm just mad it took me this long to realize it!!!

I hope that everyone has a blessed, prosperous, healthy year! Please continue to follow me on this journey.

I will be writing A LOT more and even adding PICTURES as I make progress. What I won't be adding is BS! LOL!

Love, peace and blessings!

~Tash