Tears in a Bottle
You keep track of all my sorrows.
You have collected all my tears in your bottle.
You have recorded each one in your book.
Psalm 56:8 (New Living Translation)
The verse above arrived via a devotion in my email last week. It struck me hard. I couldn’t tell you how many times I read it, but I drew comfort from the verse each time. 2009 was a mixed bag. It’s a little over an hour before 2010 rolls in as I write this post.
I could take the time to beat myself up over not meeting a couple of goals, but I’ve had quite the year, some good and some not-so-good surprises. Some gains and major losses. Every year has its moments, but 2009 will definitely be a year I won’t forget. Especially since I ended the decade so much differently than I entered the decade.
I’m grateful to God for carrying me through even when I wasn’t as trusting as I should be. I’m most grateful for the times I broke down in tears that He saw every tear. When no one else really saw my pain, I know He did. I’m not one for pity parties, so I’m officially bottling up the disappointment of this year and not looking back.
I have a few goals (not resolutions) for this year.
Spiritual Growth
1. Find a church home. Ask more questions and visit more churches.
2. Dedicate time to reading the bible and stick with it.
3. Observe the Sabbath. No working on Sunday’s.
Personal Growth
1. Find a service. I’m a servant at heart. I’m not necessarily seeking something church-related, but something that gets me involved in the community. I plan to try at least 2-3 service projects.
2. Successfully transition from relaxed hair to natural hair. I officially started the transition in October. I’m on a kick to be authentic so I’m starting at the top of my head, embracing my hair the way God created it.
3. Exercise at least 3x a week. I just assembled an exercise bike. That’s a start. 
Check out my writing blog for literary goals.
Have a Joyous New Year!
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