My initial thought today was to write on 2020…. the good bad, and all that has been learned…..lost. As I began to think on this, a scripture came to mind.

Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report, if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Philippians 4:8

This scripture shifted my focus, so I made a list of all those things that came to my mind. I hope you will too!

After 22 years of marriage we finally made wills. We have talked about it forever. I am proud in 2020 we got that accomplished.

2020 has brought days with Mila Grace (our 1 1/2 year old granddaughter). Her smile can brighten the gloomiest day. It has been amazing to watch her learn and grow this year.

The first of 2020 I was in some life altering counseling sessions. I am forever thankful for godly advice, and tools that can be used to move forward.

2020 has brought a lot of time with Noah (our 15 year old son). We have made some memories this year, and laughed a lot. I can see Noah growing up, this year especially. Our fly swatter sword fights have been a highlight lol.

We got to take a two week vacation early summer. We were in Gulf Shores, Alabama…..and then on to Kissimmee, Florida. This was Mila’s first beach trip. It was also a time to catch up with some of our great friends in both places. This vacation provided a much needed break away, and a time to reset.

This year I was blessed to get reconnected with an old friend. Life kept us apart way to long. I am thankful for forever friends.

This year brought our boy Zeus. He is a Great Dane. We have hope, of him eventually becoming a service dog for Mike……but as for now he is my big baby. Zeus has got me up and moving more this year. He has made my life better.

We bought a new home this year. It is perfect for us. As I am typing in my office right now that I spend so much time in……I love it!!!!!

2020 brought me a surgery I am now so thankful for. I am feeling so much better. I am praising the Lord I am healthy.

A beautiful miracle also arrived this year. Madilyn Claire was born!!!!! The pure and innocent newborn is such a joy to be apart of. Excited to watch this little grow.

Praise the Lord Hallelujah we are done with work comp!!!!!!!!!!!!

This year has provided me with time to grow closer to God, and work on rediscovering myself.

I am excited for what is left to come in 2020. I plan to continue my focus on what is true, honest, just, pure, lovely, good report, virtue, and praise. My prayer is that you will to. It will provide peace focusing on the highs. I would love to hear some of yours.