Romans 12:2

You know those moments where everything feels as it should be? You are just content and aware of life. While I was in the living room stuffing Brody's diapers, I was at ease. I could here him breathing that deep, slow breath of sleep. I could smell dinner simmering on the stove, and the afternoon sun was streaming in filling the house with light. Such a warm contrast to the frigid winter air outside.  I wish this was a permanent feeling. There is no reason why it shouldn't be except for that fatal flaw of humanity. Never satisfied. Or at least not satisfied for long. There's a constant craving for more. I want to fight against the standard. Another little gem was dropped perfectly into my lap:

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - His good, pleasing and perfect will.

 

                                                                                                         Romans 12:2

This year I am daring myself to stand out! I am challenging myself to make the most of every moment and seek the gifts in the every day. I am going to rebuke my self doubt, I am going to fight against the negativity. I want to shine bright, I want to radiate joy. I want the  moment I had today to be lasting. I don't want to focus on the things I don't have or the places I won't get to see. I want to celebrate the things I do have, the places I have been and the new roads I have yet to travel.