Before I look forward to the new year and all the things I hope it will bring I wanted to reflect on 2008. It was a Tale of Two Cities kind of year (you know, "It was the best of time. It was the worst of times." ) . But I think God taught me so much about myself and about Him as well. There were some rough days and some unforgettable moments. So I thought I would make some lists. These are going to be Top Five lists but aren't in order within that five, mostly because I am indecisive and it was hard enough to narrow down to these five.
Five Answered Prayers:
1. Noah still has his front tooth.
2. Noah is not allergic to Charlie.
3. I was tenured by the Tuscaloosa City Schools. (I'm really happy about that this spring with proration in effect.)
4. Noah crawled for the first time and took his first steps with me and not at school.
5. Puddin' s health.
Five Things I Heard from God:
1. Be still and listen.
2. Delight in me.
3. Be content.
4. I love you.
5. Seek me.
Five Noah Memories:
1. Sand and the pool for the first time this summer.
2. First steps.
3. Delight in discovering new things.
4. Kisses.
5. Playing games at dinner with Adam and I.
Five Things I wish Had not happened:
1. Noah's Moses bite.
2. Noah knocking his tooth loose.
3. Noah's stomach virus at 12 weeks old.
4. My sister's miscarriage.
5. Granny's stroke.
Five things I tried to work on but still need to perfect...
1. Forgiving those who hurt me yet don't acknowledge it.
2. Reaching out to others in compassion.
3. Being patient with my students.
4. Being kind to others who are not kind back.
5. Self discipline.
Five Favorite New Things/Routines/Discoveries:
1. Pringles Stix
2. Blogs
3. Blessed Be The Name Clothing Line
4. Using Ebay
5. Walking in the Neighborhood
2 comments:
Hey, Carrie! I saw your blog on the comment you left. I have enjoyed reading all about Noah. I have seen him on your parent's Christmas Card, but now I am getting to know him. Glad you found me, too. I am enjoying the whole blog thing. It has been great therapy for me, and a great way for David to keep up with all the goings on while he is gone. Take Care.
This is very sweet and a great post. You are always so reflective. I wish I was half as reflective as you! I am glad that we got to come see y'all last night and Cohen and Noah had some time to play together. It was fun! Have a great New Year's!
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