In July of this year a friend hand stitched this quote. It has stayed in my mind over the months ever since. I have been turning thoughts around in my mind for two weeks now trying to figure out what I want to accomplish this new year of fresh starts. At 70 yrs of age (in May) I get tired earlier, confused easier and stressed quicker. I have started this post several time with different lists that sound good but I probably would not be able to accomplish as readily as I would like. Hmmmm, more stress.
While looking for a quilt I have not shared, I once again thought of this quote. Now I finally know what I want to obtain this new year. Contentment. So these are the goals for 2018.
1. I want to enjoy my self while still helping others and being a responsible wife and home
keeper.
2. Use the planner I have had for 2 yrs. Sewing, health, friend.
3. Post on social media once a week and maybe twice, that was maybe. no pressure
4. The only extra online sewing activity I will participate will OMG at Elmstreet quilts, unless
an emergency request for help is needed.
As easy as this sounds it will be hard for an overachiever. But then as an overachiever I will do it.
Here is the link to Jenny"s blog, She has a gentle, peaceful nature about her that you can feel as you visit with her. Jenny is very a talented and God loving lady. I want to be like her when I grow up.
http://www.elefantz.com/2017/07/jane-austen-and-wise-words.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+JennyOfElefantz+%28Jenny+of+ELEFANTZ%29
Everyone have a save and happy New year.
Hugs and have a Blessed day
Happy New Year sounds like a great plan,hope your day is a good one xx
ReplyDeleteI like your goal of being content in 2018. I also think that is very doable if you are doing what you love and enjoy. Many blessings to you in the new year. Thank you for stopping by my blog and taking the time to comment.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing and linking up. I love contentment as an overarching goal. I wish you a year of good health and happiness in 2018. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!! Wishing you the best for 2018.
ReplyDeleteI wish the best of 2018 for you too! I haven't sat down to think about what I would like to accomplish. We have had so much going on here couldn't. I too find myself stressed more easily and hate to tire so easy ..Like you I have always accomplished so much with my time. We'll be busy though I know that about you and me...Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHi Tonia!! Contentment. I guess that's what we all want, but few know the path to it. In some aspects, I do. In others it's a rocky long steep climb.
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xx, Carol
I think that is a wonderful quote. I wish you a happy new year and much contentment in 2018 :)
ReplyDeleteI adore Jenny and her Gentle way of life and stitcheries. Blessings for all of 2018...<3
ReplyDeleteI made the decision a number of years ago not to make lists and not to make resolutions and I was quite surprised at how freeing it was. I'm enjoying going with the flow (so to speak) and going with wherever my creative whim takes me. Maybe not the best way, but it's working for me. Happy 2018!!
ReplyDeleteI too am a gal who goes with the flow. I don't like to keep lists quite simply because I never seem to keep them. This is a lovely quote. May each day of this new year be filled with much contentment.
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DeleteYea! It does. And all this time I have been tracking both. To make sure I answer. Duh. Old dogs can be taught new tricks. It just takes so much longer.
DeleteYou have a wonderful plan for 2018. I wish you much health and happiness!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jeanna, It's so good to bee back among friends and that is a great start.
ReplyDeleteI do so love Jenny's style. I have some of her patterns but haven't sewn any yet. It's just like all the quilt patterns I have, but can never sew all of them. Oh well, I just enjoy the ones I do get to do. Happy Birthday in May! I hope to be as spry as you are when I'm 70...7 years to go!
ReplyDeleteFound your blog through a quote on Jenny's blog. She is a wonderful inspiration to me and I have been blessed by her sweet spirit and her love for our heavenly Father.
ReplyDeleteI am also hoping to find contentment with life issues and acceptance this year. I am a few months ahead of you age-wise 😊 . I'm trying to become more disciplined in exercising and eating healthier .
I think I am also going to enjoy your blog and look forward to reading your posts. I enjoy sewing, knitting and crochet, but lately seem to need motivation to do much.
Blessings to you and wishes for a wonderful year.
Thank you for coming over, since you are a no-reply blogger I'll always respond on my blog. I look forward to seeing you again soon.
DeleteContentment is a wonderful aim for this year. May you be blessed with much contentment. x
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're back, Tonia! Your list sounds very wise and do-able. Love love that embroidery, the work itself and the saying. :-)
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