A Door Closes

“This is the year to not feel the need to perform -- but  to let His grace give shape and form to our days... so all we need is Him.” - Ann Voskamp 

I’m not sure when this happened, it probably can't be traced back to one particular moment, more of a journey, a gradual awakening. But it happened and continues. Each day I strive to do my best for my employer and my colleagues. And for me. If for whatever reason I fail, forgiving myself and beginning again, is how I roll these days. I’m a people pleaser, perfectionist by nature. Unrealistic expectations and undue pressure are often the results of such traits.

My faith sustains me. What is the worst that can happen, I ask myself, not infrequently. I begin again? I can do that - I can begin again. I’ve learned new beginnings are often the best adventures.

Nine years ago a dear friend gave me these words:  

"We come into this world alone, we go out alone. A door closes. A door opens."

I’ve learned to be happy, content, with my thoughts and company. While I do not believe we are meant to be alone, for this learning season, aloneness has served me well. I’m a better person. 

I wait expectantly to see what He has for me each day. 

This is a pretty cool way to live a good life. 

xo

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