There's a stirring...

I didn't make any New Year resolutions...or even write out my yearly list of goals and dreams. I've just wrestled with this stirring deep within me. It's a stirring that beckons me to the Word of God throughout the day, wakens me in the night to pray, calms my anxious thoughts and deepens my longing for more of Him! That's my focus for 2011 - more of HIM! To know Him...not just by name...but in relationship and experience. To keep my pace in step with the Holy Spirit...to keep my eyes focused on the author and perfector of my faith...to laugh at the days to come because I know they belong to my Lord. May you also feel a stirring deep within that will take you to new heights in the new year. We serve a gracious, merciful and just King. We are blessed!

It's a NEW YEAR!

We started out New Years Eve by sledding with the cousins! Our street is perfect for sledding because it slopes down to the cul-de-sac.

That evening we went to the Sunbird for dinner—our annual family tradition. This is our 8th year to go, and we always have so much fun. We enjoy reminiscing about the past year and then talking about our goals and dreams for the coming year. Of course, the food is a special treat, too!

It seems that the days are slow but the years fly by! How can that be? I am anticipating big things from God in 2011. I can't wait to see what He has in store for us! Happy New Year to our friends and family! We are truly blessed to have so many wonderful people in our lives.