Me Thinks

Resolutions for 2018--

Back on January 10, I wrote a post about saying my goals out loud each morning in my prayers.  I started the day by telling Heavenly Father what I planned to work on, what I committed to do that day, and I asked for his guidance and help. I continued to repeat the goals each morning throughout the year and it helped me to remember what I was striving to do and become.  I felt accountable and reminded. The repetition helped.

This year I plan to do the same.  I will continue to ask for opportunities to share the gospel, or spread the light of Christ. I need God's help in finding someone to lift or help each day.  I want to be mindful of my husband and his happiness.  This year I am watching my words.  I think I need to speak less, think of what I say before I say it,  and to always speak kindly. 

I need to do a better job of listening during my prayers instead of just listing.  I am good at listing things I am grateful for, and listing things that I need help with, but am I listening for messages from God?  Sometimes my prayers are fast-paced and that is unfortunate.

There is one other thing that I prayed for last year that I will continue to pray for this year.  I want to be optimistic and happy.  I want to be hopeful.  A person can overcome a lot if they look on the bright side and remain hopeful.  I am working on being less stressed and at finding joy along the way. 

Matthew and I have a plan for temple goals, financial goals, family-night planning goals, social goals, couple-scripture goals, and family-strengthening goals.  It sounds overwhelming, but I'm feeling great about it.  I'm ready for change and improvement!