Thankful Mending

A month into this new year and most of my “new year goals” have gone down the drain. I went into this new year with a positive attitude. I was hopeful that 2026 wasn’t going to feel so overwhelming, that my house would finally recover from having a new baby, and that maybe some self-care time could slowly re-enter back into my daily schedule. I know we have 10.5 more months to go in this year so I get that a few weeks shouldn’t define my outlook on the next many more. But, these few weeks were a great reality reminder for me. This past year, a counselor shared the importance of keeping my expectations aligned with reality. Why did I expect the things I desired for 2026 to miraculously be achieved in the first few weeks? I am not sure. Because the truth is, my season of life is just busy. And that’s really okay. I enjoy the busy, but its much different with 3 kids in the mix now. There has to be a balance of busy and rest and this is something I’m still getting the hang of.

I hit a wall in January. When I hit that wall, I cracked a little bit. I am so thankful that the Lord is the great mender and He beautifully used this time to remind me that perfection is not achievable, but cherishing time with my husband and kids is. Why is it that I periodically lose sight of these things? And how do I not get back into the cycle of overwhelm? That is now the goal of February. To be more focused on dwelling with the Holy Spirit and the blessings He gives. My self made, never ending, “to-do list” is a reflection of my perceived priorities, not the Lord’s. The Lord used January’s “cracking and mending” to realign my priorities to His. If the next ten and half months are anything like the first one, I am anticipating a beautiful year with the Lord.

Had some time away with my husband in January and it was so beneficial! He is one of the greatest blessings the Lord has given me.