15 December 2011

Reflections at Christmas


In 10 sleeps it will be Christmas day 2011. I still can't quite believe that another year is almost over. I can remember this time last year so vividly. I felt rushed and pressured. I felt like I would never get eveything done that I needed too.
This year though I feel quite relaxed and peaceful. Why? Not sure. Maybe because I am just really organised this year. Or maybe it is because of where I am in myself.
This year has challenged me to live everyday moments.
To stop often and look around me.
To breathe deeply.
To soak in the goodness that surrounds me.
To notice the little things and the big things.
To love.
To cherish.
To forgive.
To create.
To show grace.
To see what is and not what it is not.
I am excited about 2012 and what this new year will bring. However I am also excited to live out the rest of 2011 relaxed and at peace.