Lessons

Lazy summer days are good for reflecting, so here goes!

- Each day is a gift from God; I will not waste a single one.
- Every person is unique and wonderfully made, for a purpose; I will respect each one.
- Everything that happens to us prepares us for the next step in life; I will learn from each.
- God resides in the praises of His children; I will praise Him!
- God,  in His creation, is a Master artist; I appreciate each beautiful masterpiece.
- Little children learn what they live; I will be careful of each word and attitude they hear and see in me.
- Learning to be content in whatever circumstance I find myself is key; I will strive for contentment.
- Not every other person has been fortunate enough to have a good upbringing; I will try to remember this when my tendency to judge rises up.
- Gratitude is an attitude I love; I will not succumb to anything less.
- Sharing with others is something I learned in kindergarten; I will continue in this as long as I live.
- Pity-parties are self-defeating; I will not throw one.
- Listening beats talking any day of the week; I will listen more and talk less.
- Reacting is not fruitful, unless I do it with restraint and forethought; I will think first and act second.
- Being frugal reaps great rewards; I will not spend thoughtlessly or as retail therapy.
- Understanding others takes patience and understanding; God grant me these, please!
- Raising up a child in the way he shall grow:  a very hard job but so worth it.
- Life's challenges build spiritual muscles; I will be stronger, with God's help.
- Starting the day off with God, in His word, talking with Him, listening, and learning...recipe for a better day!
- Exercising your passions, your gifts, your talents:  very rewarding.
- Keeping the faith, through trials and hard times, keeps us keeping on.

Yes, an early summer morning, full of possibilities, is an open book, a blank slate.  Let's see what we can accomplish today.  It may not be earthshaking or award-winning, but it can be a day full of goodness and satisfaction; a day where we can say "thank you, God" and feel peace and contentment.  That's worth millions to me.  How about you?