It’s my birthday & I’ll blog if I want to!
That’s right – another birthday. This next year will be full of 25 year old types of things like more wisdom, more of God’s grace, more ‘when I was young’ sayings, & more excitement! I did some reflecting this morning after reading back on my journal from 7th grade & before I charge ahead, I’d like to share 25 things I’ve learned in the first quarter of my life…
- You could die tomorrow – live for God today.
- God’s grace & goodness outweigh our actions, thoughts, hopes, failings & best intentions.
- Childhood friends teach you just how good friendship can be.
- It’s always okay & GOOD to ask questions – even if you think you have it right.
- Stop in the middle of every fight to reassure the other person you care for them.
- There is no money better spent than on therapy, massages & expensive cheese.
- God’s bigness is no match for our imagination – but it doesn’t mean we can’t try.
- Words are mighty & must be wielded wisely.
- Work hard to love & understand people – all of them, not just those that resemble you.
- Millage & gas are meant to be spent on seeing friends & family. ‘Too far’ is never an excuse.
- Let everyone be honest about where they are at – physically, mentally, emotionally & spiritually.
- Perfectionism gets you NOTHING extra.
- Pursue healthy & authentic relationships with the same sex before a romantic interest.
- Control doesn’t exist.
- Pray – hopefully, expectantly, humbly, abundantly, boldly.
- Be vulnerable, honest & communicative.
- Crying is the most effective purification method.
- Frolicking while hiking is always a good idea.
- Always make friends with your server/bartender.
- Listen to your body & respond with compassion.
- You will NEVER regret traveling over working.
- Pray for wisdom & a softy heart.
- Live within or below your means.
- Love yourself.
- Life is life – use it, all of it, for God’s glory.
