Well, it's kinda late, and I really don't know where to start this post...it's been so long. Thanks to everyone who sent Merry Christmas messages...I hope you all had a happy and blessed holiday season. Life has been kind of crazy for me lately, and as many people do at the end of a year and beginning of a new year, I have been doing a lot of thinking and reflecting on my life thus far and the goals and dreams and hopes I have for this year.
2006 was an amazing, crazy, and beautiful year. I learned a lot about life, faith, and myself...One of the most important things I learned is that the past never leaves you. And this is not necessarily a bad or terrible thing. In fact, in can be really good. For instance, I have run across old friends who I haven't spoken with in years, fixed some problems with others, forgave and was forgiven, and also "re-met" my boyfriend when I least expected it to happen. The past is not necessarily a bad thing. It is from decisions we make and experiences we go through that make us and shape us into the people we are today, tomorrow, and for the rest of our lives. It is up to us, however, how we will use these random and perhaps even emotional experiences in our lives...whether we only focus on the bad or try to learn from and make light of the situations and experiences.
I have also learned not to misjudge people...it is often the people we misjudge that end up being the most amazing people we could ever know...and although it is not always true, it is better to be open minded and not judgemental. We all make mistakes, we all have differences...but it is better to listen first and then decide what to do or say...because often times we judge the book by the cover...and that's not always a good thing to do.
Something I learned for myself is that I need to speak up more. I need to tell people how and why I feel something instead of letting them walk all over me and make me feel terrible. I have had so many relationships this year in which I am blamed for everything or people just think I will do everything for them. Although love is supposed to be humble and caring, it has to go both ways. One person can not always be doing. A goal I have for myself is reflecting more on my relationships and ways in which I can make them better, stronger, more equal, and happier. Communication is key...and I really want to work on that.
The most important lesson, though, that I have learned this year is to listen to my heart. If I had listened to everyone else around me or the media or whoever...I would have probably never pursued music, I would never have met some amazing people and friends that are now in my life, I would not have traveled to Montana and Colorado, and I would not have my amazing boyfriend. A lot of times people just want to give up because something is not easy...people no longer understand sacrafice and hard work and patience...everything is just supposed to come instantly. But I didn't listen...and I am glad I didn't. Pray to God for guidance and listen to what your own heart tells you...it is usually right.
As this new year begins, it is ok to feel uncertain, scared, worried, and completely lost. We all feel that way, because only God has the answers to our lives. We don't have the maps of our futures...we have goals, ambitions, dreams...but they can all change in a second...what matters most is that you have your family, friends, and faith. With God and love, anything is possible and the sky is truly the limit. This new year is filled with endless possibilities, opportunities, and choices. That is the beauty of life. So cherish the moments you have right now...no matter where you are or what you are doing. Cherish the people in your life. Go for the dreams you have. Don't settle. Set goals for yourself. Tell the people you love and care about how much they mean to you. Don't hold back, and try not to be afraid. Trust God. And laugh everyday. Just remember that we don't have forever...love everyday that you have and thank God that we are so blessed to live in this amazing country with our freedoms and family and friends and food and the continuous list of things that people take for granted everyday. This is a year of promise. Make the most of it!!
1 comment:
Hi Georgia!
Happy and Prosperous New Year! :)Glad to hear from you! Thanks for dropping by my blog, and things are, so far, going quite well for me, and I hope that they'll get even better! :)
Your newest post is really inspirational and touching. I share the same sentiments as you, especially the "not judging a book by its cover" bit as well as the "speak out more" bit. I felt like I was reading about myself in this post, haha.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and advice, and I look forward to reading many more inspirational posts from you! Have a great week ahead and see ya soon! :)
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