The SW30: Day 7 ~ Where You Are in Your Life vs. Where You Thought You Would Be

I definitely wasn't looking forward to this post but here goes.

When I was in college, I remember saying that I wanted to be married around the time that I was 23 or 24. (I think that's because my mom was 24 when she and Dad got married.) I talked about moving out of Maryland- whether it was back to Philly, or down south. . . I just imagined going elsewhere. I always talked about going to grad school too.

Right now, I am still in Maryland. I haven't really focused on grad school because I'm trying to make serious progress on my loans from undergrad. Yeah. . . things aren't exactly the way I thought they would be.

At face value, it's easy for people to feel disappointed if they haven't accomplished the things that they really thought they wanted to do. However- if we really look closely, we see that maybe our plans didn't occur so that we could have room for greater things.

Rather than sit and pout about dreams that have faded or plans that never panned out, let's focus on making the most of our lives-> TODAY! Whatever gifts or talents you possess, use them to the best of your ability- and for positive things!

I believe that because my life is not what I expected (years ago), I am able to redefine my priorities. I can think about what's really important to me and figure out exactly what I want to accomplish. . . NOW!

I do have dreams/goals and desires but most of all, I want God's Will to be done in my life. So, I'm not upset about where I am right now. I feel like I am steadily growing, learning and preparing for the next chapter of my life. I can't wait to see what God has planned! I'm expecting Great Things!

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