Monday, January 4, 2010

People

A couple weeks ago I had somewhat of an epiphany on the ride to church. I was just reflecting on what I've done over the past year, and what kind of an impact I've made. Every once in a while I go into a super introspective moment.. and this was one of them. Since I'm pretty focused on my decorating career right now, I tend to get a little wrapped up in material things. I'm constantly reminding myself that, well, it's all gonna burn! Seriously though, the ONLY thing that lasts in the end is other lives. How many lives have you impacted? Whew! Heavy stuff!

Kind of makes me step back and re-evaluate. Makes me write that hand-written note, smile at that grumpy co-worker, take some time and listen to a peer. So while most people are making new years resolutions.. I'm just going to change my focus. My goal is to THINK about every single thing I do. Why am I doing it? Is it selfish, or am I looking for a way to impact someone else?

Anyway, I won't keep expounding on that, but I just wanted to share. I figure if it hit me like a ton of bricks, it might get through to you too. :)

4 comments:

Unknown said...

What a wonderful idea!

Lucy Marie said...

Great thoughts.

Courtney said...

I love times like that where you can just sit back and reflect on the important things in life. Good for you!

Lori said...

It's not just that we impact lives, but we need to impact them for Christ. Those of us who have accepted him as our Savior need to reach out to others through him. Christ didn't come to be served, but to serve and that is what we should do.