I keep coming across my scattered reminder notes to do this and do that but somehow I never get around to it. There are a few things I would like to accomplish and finally cross off my list. First item: create the list.

1. Locate passport application and actually fill it out and apply for passport.
2. Write letter to old address in Poland to find out if that person truly is my long lost cousin.
3. Map out specific updates for my website.
4. Research plans for 30 yr. anniversary trip now…since we never mapped out our 25th. (we have two years to work on it)
5. Organize and review our finances.

I believe if I concentrate on one item per month, I can finally cross these items off my list. And what a grand accomplishment that will be! 

What is on your “round tuit” list?

Please join me in addressing those little items that never seem to get finished. Share your list with us in a comment and we’ll encourage one another in this noble pursuit : )

                    What are you reading in 2014?

Do you have a few favorites you read last year?

Please share the titles and authors in a comment. And let us know why the book was your favorite. Because of the characters? Plot? Setting?

I just read a non-fiction book which is unusual for me but it is part of a course I’m taking. “Ordering Your Private World,” by Gordan MacDonald. I’ve enjoyed it much more than I thought I would. It challenged me in many areas and I feel I’ve learned from this book. You’re welcome to share fiction or non-fiction titles. Celebrating a brand new year of books!

Upstate Winter - c.a. lovely

It’s a black and white world today after our latest winter storm. Contemplating the new year of 2014 and all its amazing opportunities. Wondering if I should list goals or go with the one “word” for the year idea.

Hmm…right now I’m going to focus on one goal. Journaling. I want to get back to recording thoughts, ideas, inspiration, quotes, and day to day events of all God is doing in my life. Not in a “have to every day” style, but at least once a week to keep up on what’s happening in my world. This benefits my private time with the Lord and my relationships and my writing.

Journaling is free-flow. The pressure is off to make every word perfect. Today’s journal started like this: I’m sitting by the window looking out on my black and white world, filled with soft, fluffy snow. The sun is out and the storm is over though the temps are frigid. I listen to the purr of the electric fireplace, admire the golden holiday decorations and inhale the scent of freshly baked banana bread. It’s Winter in my country farmhouse in upstate NY. God is good. I am content.

Do you journal? Do you have one specific goal you’d like to reach for in 2014?

Note: Congratulations to Kelly Blackwell, winner of the Christmas dvd!