Time flies...and the lessons that are being learned

Where has the time gone?

I can’t believe that I have not posted a blog entry this week.  I do not know where the time has gone!

First, I want to start off today by saying that my prayers are with so many of my previous Target colleagues.  It was a tough day at Target regardless of personal impact or not.  But, what I do know is that God has a plan for all of us, and He will always provide.

In my journey thus far, here is what I have learned:

1. I have an AWESOME God!
2. I miss Target a lot more than I thought I would
3. That being still is different than being “still”
4. That starting the day off right really does affect my attitude and outlook
5. That when people comment about me being “lighter” it brings me so much joy.  I feel lighter!
6. That smiling more does help
7. That my stress level has been reduced and my kiddos can tell
8. That no matter how much laundry I do- there is always more! (you know that sense of accomplishment from the day when all the hampers are empty, only to see not one is empty by the end of the night…:()
9. That spending time with friends and catching up fills my joy cup
10. That time flies!  It seems once I found contentment in the quiet, the days have flown by

The weeks are continuing to transform me.  What I do know now is that #4 above is the key to my success.  If I could start each morning off right in devotion and prayer, my day would be set-up in the right way.  I am not saying that I haven’t failed in patience, respect, and love along the way, but getting into the Word and spending time reflecting has been so very therapeutic. 

So, no great A’HA moments today- just truly blessed and thankful for this time to pause. So for those of my friends and colleagues who may have received an unplanned time to pause- it may be a blessing for you in disguise.  Take a breath, don’t panic, just breathe and let yourself also find joy in the quiet. 

I will close with one of favorite life verses and hope that it brings comfort for those who may need it today: Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”