OK, I'm going to try to list all the things that are going on in my life right now. Hopefully if I write them all, they will be more organized in my mind. We'll see.
I desperately need to clean my car and my apartment, especially the bathroom & kitchen. I need to organize my apartment, especially since I am planning to move in a month. I have lots of stacks of papers sitting around that are things I need to deal with. My goal here is to prioritize what things are most important, what things are less important, and what things I shouldn't even waste time thinking about.
My goal in quitting teaching this year was to have more time and energy to devote to several other things. One main thing was music ministry-- writing music, practicing music and networking so I have more chances to share my music. Most of the other things revolve around taking better care of myself so I am able to do more for God-- healthy sleep, eating & exercise habits; more time in the Word & in prayer; more reading & journaling to increase emotional health & stability. Those are really some hefty plans. And following through on them requires not only commitment, but also wisdom to know the most effective and efficient ways to pursue those goals; for example: What exercise habits will be most healthy? What books should I read? And so on.
And of course, there is the fact that I will need income before my summer pay runs out. So in the midst of preparing for music ministry opportunities, pursuing those opportunities, establishing healthier life habits, de-cluttering my life, and preparing to move, I also need to start looking for actual employment. So add that to the list.
Well, I've already decided that this week is a week to chill out & not push myself to get a lot of things done, a week to recover from the whole school year. So the next couple days are a perfect time to think & pray about these issues and make plans for the next few weeks.
OK, I'm off to finish up the last of the last things at school. I will be turning in my laptop & my keys & checking out for good. Then the new chapter can truly start! I am ready to put the last chapter behind me!
Peace, y'all.
2 comments:
Quite the list! I'm with ya on cleaning the apartment. I am so busy in the evenings that I don't feel like cleaning when I get home. Plus, my vacuum filter costs about $20 that I'm not willing to spend right now. Just more of a "hmmph" attitude about that. Will be checking ebay soon...
Enjoy your time off!
Yeah, that's one big reason I didn't clean much during the school year. Who wants to clean after spending a whole day working?
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