Wednesday, January 5, 2011

2010 in Ten Words or Less

I was reading a blog on January 1st that another minister’s wife had written. It was only ten words long but it spoke to me. It wasn’t a poem or a sentence. It was a list. A list of ten words encapsulated this woman’s experiences in 2010. It gave me pause. If I were to sum up my year in ten words or less, what words would I choose? Would we have any words in common? Would they be more positive than negative or vice versa? What memories and experiences stick out and determine the words I choose? Could I even do it—limit myself to ten words?

In the end, I still haven’t made my list. However, I have spent time praying about the things that I have seen and done in 2010 and the things that I would like to do or to do differently in 2011. It has helped me to focus my attention in a few measureable and achievable New Year’s Resolutions. Who knew that 10 simple words could have such depth?

How would you summarize your 2010 experience in 10 words or less?

6 comments:

  1. This blesses me but also challenges me. I am going to have to think about the 10 words. Hope you have a great day!

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  2. For me it's just one day at a time! Goals are good though! :)

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  3. that brings a song to mind...

    One day at a time, Sweet Jesus, that's all I'm asking of you...

    So, so true.

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  4. Kelli, reading this on someone else's blog really made me think so I am glad that others can relate. I am actually still thinking. Maybe I will post an edit on here when I finally get in all nailed down.

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  5. Oh, this is such a good question. It took me a few days to sit down and read all of the great Marriage Monday post links, but now I'm going to think about your question all weekend. :) Thanks for sharing this reflection for our first Marriage Monday of 2011. I'll start my list with a few words inspired by starting Marriage Mondays ... blessed, encouraged, helped, learning, hopeful .... Wow! I already have 5 words. :)

    Blessings to you for a peaceful weekend,
    Julie

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  6. Julie,
    Thanks for reading. I really enjoyed your post as well. I pray your 2011 will be even better than your 2010.

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