Change, Change and Change........

Ever had a feeling that there is change coming into your life?

Anyone hate that feeling as much as I do??

Or do you embrace the feeling of change and run with it???

In my current mood about the thought of change, that could be like running with scissors!!

Now, don't get me wrong, there have been times in my life where I would go running off, arms flaying wildly, scissors in hand.........the points up, ready to impale me at the slightest stumble.

But, at this time in my life, I have come to not enjoy change as I once did.

Why?

I don't really know why.

One reason is probably Samuel.  He doesn't do well with changes.  We have to prepare him as much as we can if there is going to be a major change in schedules, etc..

Even small changes get a countdown.

"5 more minutes and then it  is time to go to the car."

All the way down to 0 minutes.

Samuel does great with a schedule.

Another reason could be that I am just getting old aging gracefully getting old.

I am set in my ways.

Like Sam, I like a schedule!

I also think that we often get comfortable with the way things are.

Complacent.....

Even a little lazy......

Because, after all, change takes an effort.

Change for the better is something that has to be worked for and at.

How many times do we say that we are going to change?

How often do we give up without really trying to make a change.

I mean REALLY trying.

I don't know if there is going to be a change in my life or not.

There has already been one major change this week, so maybe that is it.

Sometimes a change needs to be jump started.

So, I have been looking around to see where I need to make a change.

I have been trying to be more organized. 

It is a constant battle to keep the house organized.......my quest for organization has even spilled over to Jim's office.

But, I also want my spiritual life to match-up with my new quest to be organized.

A few years ago I read "21 Days Closer To Christ" by Emily Freeman.

It is a beautifully written and illustrated book.  I remember how I felt when I completed the book and I want those same feelings......and maybe something more.



Today, I am going to make a change.  A change of my own doing.

I want to make a spiritual change

So, I am still going to blog about the things that are going on in my life, but I am also going to share this beautiful book with you.

Sally-Ann

Reach, Reach, Reach those goals!!!!

So, recently my husband and son spent two days at a Senior Fest that was held at the fair grounds here in Tampa. My husband has had a booth at several of these events and they have proved quite entertaining at times. If you have give-aways such as pens, magnets and popcorn, your booth is swarmed. Every now and then, someone is actually interested in the information you have to share. At the recent Senior Fest, Richard Simmons of exercise video fame was a special guest. He led a senior walk and a few other motivational things.

One of the booths had people making elaborate hats out of balloons. Jim and Joshua had great plans to get balloon hats for themselves and have their pictures taken with Richard Simmons. Well, I have yet to see these photos, I don't think it happened, they both chickened out! They did, however, get autographed pictures of Richard. Why? Why? Why? Did my husband get one made out to me??? I certainly do not have anything against Richard Simmons, but where do I put this photo? At the moment it is on my refrigerator as a motivator of sorts. It scares me a little bit.

Here we are into February and I wonder how many people have stuck with or even started their New Year goals. Exercising has been a sticking point for me. Full of great intentions that never really materialize. This week I will do better. My husband and son have been going to the gym, so it isn't like I would be heading out alone. Will check-in next week and let you know how I have done!!

Don't they say that if you do something for 30 days that it becomes a habit?? Let's hope that this is correct!! I think my reward for sticking at exercising will be to take down the picture.

Sally-Ann

New Year Goal Update

So, here it is the 9Th January, 2009. How is every one's goals for the year coming along??? Fallen off the band wagon yet? I hope not. I am plodding along with the diet, exercise and scripture study. You may wonder about the being more joyful goal. I was as joyful as anyone can be while suffering from a severe head cold and having my hubby out of town for a few days. But, I didn't want the words from my previous posting to come back and haunt me. I may have insinuated that my dear, sweet husband was a wimp. So, it was nothing but JOY, JOY, JOY around here!
My son Joshua found the following clip for me, it is from the same lady who does the "Mom Song". I dedicate it to all those trying to stick to their goals - you can do it!!!
Enjoy!
Sally-Ann