Lately, a typical day in the life of me usually consists of sleep, school, nap time, food, work, Netflix, and more sleep. I am 22 years old, about to graduate from college and embark on an incredible journey, and it seems I can barely find the energy to make it through the week sometimes. Honestly, it feels like I’m wasting my days away.
On the World Race website, there is a saying :: “There’s more to life than empty traditions, routines, and working 9-5…” This saying is one reason why I decided to apply in the first place, because theres gotta be more than this, right? Of course there is, but there is more than this here. Since I got accepted to the race in May, January is all I can look forward to. Even after training camp, when we were told to enjoy our time at home, I still just wait and count down the days. The days until I will finally be out of Huntington, WV. The days until I get to serve with all the amazing new people of Y squad. The days until my traveling dreams come true.
But, as I count down the days,
I’M MISSING OUT ON MY LIFE.
How many of us just die to ourselves each day due to habits and routines? Get lost in the same ole same ole? Forget about enjoying the life that Christ has blessed us with now? Being in the here and now, thanking God for just letting me wake up and live each day, being present. I’ve somehow lost sight off all of that.
So, right now, my new goal is to forget January is coming. That’s not to say I won’t be working my little booty off with thank you cards and fundraising and packing. But, I’ve gotta make that part of my now, along with the rest of my life. The people and memories that are happening now, not in 2 months.
My new goal is to just be excited about TODAY!
prayers and help with this goal will be greatly appreciated!
