Never Ever Dull
With every conversation, I always seem to end with "Never a dull moment"....our lives are rich, complex, and beautiful stories. Join me in laughing about everyday things and appreciating life-bumpy roads and all.
One of my favorite Pixar scenes is when Toy Story's Buzz and Woody team together once again to handle a situation. Woody's expression is priceless: perplexed eyes wide open full of anticipation and jiggling cheeks as Buzz figures out a way to pick up speed. Woody is left to hold on tight for the ride of his life! I totally relate to Woody and feel I look like this much of the time: always trying to hang on tightly as the roller coaster of life accelerates and slows down with hidden bumps that seem to come out of nowhere. But I'm being about intentional about changing that...now. In a few weeks, I turn that number that is equal to half a century. I can't even say that number because it makes me feel like I need to start looking for fuzzy tennis balls to put on a walker. Sigh. I should be thankful that I've reached this milestone but the sound of that number makes me cringe. So...I decided to do something about it. Instead of bashing that number, I'm embracing it with a purpose. This summer, I plan to get together with 50 people who have had an influence on my life. I want to be intentional and thank them for how they poured into me or how they modeled what my life could look like. Too often, I've been the "Woody", holding on tightly with big eyes anticipating the hurdles in this race. Now, I want to pause and let others know that I appreciate them in so many different ways as they partnered with me in life. This summer, I'll be sharing some of the stories with you. I can't wait! I've met some amazing people who made me a better person. Now, it's my turn to slow down and be intentional to thank them for what they've done in my life and hopefully, you'll be encouraged and inspired after "meeting" them. From Toy Story: You've got a friend in me You've got a friend in me You got troubles and I got 'em too There isn't anything I wouldn't do for you We stick together, we can see it through 'Cause you've got a friend in me You've got a friend in me
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AuthorFun-loving mom to 4 kids and 1 big puppy. Fifth grade teacher of amazing little people who have never ending things to share with me. Love to discuss Jesus, diy projects, and life. Trying to keep it simple: Love Jesus, love people. Archives
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