I thought the world would stop at the passing of Rachel.
But, it didn't. So here, I find it the first day of a new year - 2022. I've not written anything since Rachel's funeral. Nothing. But it's not because plenty hasn't happened. It's just that I've felt slightly empty; not motivated and very sorrowful. Just empty. I still look back on 7 months ago and can't believe it really happened. Rachel died.
But life has gone on and now I find that I have to move on also. I have finally put Rachel's passing in it's appropriate place - the past, and I choose to now live for a hopeful future.
My desire for this year is to be more aware - have a heightened level of awareness in people, places, emotions and feelings. And in this state of awareness, if I am able to help the situation for the better or help someone for the good because of the spirit, then I want to act. I want to be more aware of others needs - promptings from the spirit - things I observe - things I am told. And then help.
Our dear prophet, President Russell Nelson left a sweet message for the members of the church on his Instagram today asking us to be aware of 3 suggestions for Resolutions this coming year.
1- Resolve to Strengthen our Spiritual Foundation:
Set a specific time and place to study the scriptures, pray more often, make temple worship a bigger priority and let God prevail in all aspects of my life.
2- Resolve to be Kind to Others:
Eliminate contention in my life and be compassionate, understanding, slow to judge and quick to forgive.
3- Resolve to be Resolute:
The Lord loves effort, consistency, steadfastness. Have persistent efforts to Hear Him and follow the inspiration He gives me.
So, I am back to life and all it has to offer. I have learned much about myself over the past year; not all good, but I have a lot of good things I have done and still want to do in my life. With these suggestions from President Nelson and my own personal desires, I am hoping to accomplish much in this new year.
I'm moving on.
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