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2021

Now that we are well underway into 2021, I have been reviewing the goals I had set for myself for 2020. So hindsight is, literally and figuratively, 2020. 

My word for 2020 was FOCUS! As I look back over those goals, I realize the overarching theme of focus affected each of them.

2020 was hard. It was hard for everyone on many different levels and in many different ways.
However, I was blessed in more ways than I could ever possibly imagine. 

Life is very different now but life is still very good. 

I will work on the "possible" and leave the "impossible" to God.
He knows me by name. 

I was reminded of this quote:
"When difficulties arise, remember not all storms come to disrupt your life, some arrive to just clear your path for something better."

So for 2021, the word I have chosen is "Thankful." God has been gracious and I am thankful.

My goals for 2021 are only slightly different from last year but I am beyond thankful for the opportunity to even set new goals.

#my2021goals
1. Reflect Jesus 
2. Be joyful
3. Laugh more
4. Show more kindness
5. Pray continually 
6. Be generous 
7. Exercise 
8. Be more positive
9. Live in the moment 
10. Be intentional
11. Read more
12. Be helpful 
13. Keep a journal 
14. Be an encourager 
15. Drink more water
16. Show appreciation 
17. Love more
18. Be a better listener
19. Talk less
20. Choose happy
21. Write more 
22. Be a noticer
23. Take more naps
24. Be forgiving 
25. Chase after God
26. Be more spontaneous
27. Smile more
28. Learn something new
29. Dream bigger
30. Focus on the good  

Joyfully be a blessing to those around you.

Happy New Year!

Jan 💖

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