NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS
As this year comes to a close, it is time to reflect on accomplishments of 2011 and goals for 2012:
When I sat down to write this, I didn't think there was much to 2011. Then, I got up and put a load of clothes in the washing machine and God revealed what He has been up to in my life this year. 2011 was amazing!
It started out with my son telling me I really needed to get a job back in nursing and he told me about an opening in my little town. I applied and landed the job. I was then fired on Valentine's Day due to the bad weather. So, I was employed for less than two months. No unemployment since my job the year before was as an independent contractor.
Another son of mine had been unemployed while I was nursing, so I sat around the house for a while and I was working a lead, when I suggested to my unemployed son that he should contact this one guy I had been talking to and go to work for him in Dallas. He did, and I went with him to work there. I was there for about two months and I came back home. He stayed and worked. What a blessing!
When I got home, I was able to do some work for my brother-in-law in Arizona. His brother had died November a year ago and I examined the medical file. That helped him realize that they had a case to fight in court if they needed to, to settle the will which was in dispute. He still has a case to sue the hospital and doctors for malpractice if he chooses. He would not have had the confidence to fight if I had not been available to help by examining the medical records. What a blessing!
Then my sister had surgery and since I had no steady job, I was available to go to her and help while she recovered. As it turned out, she had three surgeries at the same time and ended up in ICU for seven days. I stayed with her and her husband for three weeks. I could not have done that if I had been employed. What a blessing!
Since I had no income to pay my bills, my S.O. stepped in and offered everything he had. I helped him by cleaning and shopping and tending to things he was unable to do since he was working night shift. He has been an unimaginable blessing! So has my son, who pays one of my bills every month without my asking and he never mentions it. But, I know. What a blessing!
My friend's daughter-in-law lost her battle with cancer, but I started my blog due to her struggle. I also got on facebook and ended up finding friends who I have known since I was fifteen years old, but haven't talked with in a while. What a blessing!
My friend's daughter-in-law lost her battle with cancer, but I started my blog due to her struggle. I also got on facebook and ended up finding friends who I have known since I was fifteen years old, but haven't talked with in a while. What a blessing!
So, 2011 was not a bad year. I have had my eyes opened as to what is of importance in my life and what things are trivial. I have made choices that maybe were not the best choices, but I stand by them. I have really restrained myself from trying to impose my wisdom on those who do not want it, even though it is so obvious to me.
Now, for 2012:
1. I will bow to my God no less than once a day. I will concentrate on
nurturing my relationship with Him as if there were no 2013.
2. I will make time for my family. God blessed me with the best parents in
the world. I have three wonderful sons. And I have a healthy
granddaughter. My sons are engaged to be married, so let the party begin!
3. I will make money to support myself and pay back those who have been so
selfless, including Frankie, who helped long ago. I have not forgotten.
4. I will pray for all my friends, family, and my S.O. and his family by name.
I practice this at least once a week, but my sons, I pray for daily. I will also
pray for Israel, as I believe this puts a smile on God's face.
5. I will be actively involved in electing our next President. We shall defeat
the socialist in the White House.
6. I will consciously attempt not to buy or sell on Sunday, to honor my God
by "keeping the Sabbath holy".
6. I will consciously attempt not to buy or sell on Sunday, to honor my God
by "keeping the Sabbath holy".
I am sure my list for 2012 will evolve as the year progresses, but one thing for sure: the only thing in this world that is important is my relationship with my God. He allowed me the time to be there for my family this year and provided for my physical NEEDS. I praise you always, Lord. Amen.
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