A New Venture for New Year!

It's not only a New Year but a new Decade. That blows my mind, especially when I think of how many decades I've seen come and go (not going there!)

I did something on the first day of this year that I said I would never do - joined FaceBook. I decided that instead of hearing about my family's public ventures second-hand from FB followers, I would find out first hand! I am amazed at the number of people who participate and equally amazed at the number of people who want to be "friends" with me! This could be a little overwhelming.

I've been thinking of trying some new and different ventures this year. It's not a bucket list, mind you! FaceBook is my first endeavor and now I want to try my hand at blogging.

At first I thought to myself "what on earth would I have to write about?" But, then I thought about the things that are most important in my life and I thought "yeah, I could certainly share my thoughts on the "F's" in my life - Faith, Family, Fitness & Fun! (To you teachers out there an "F" isn't always bad.) Odd how my name starts with an F and the important things in my life also start with an F...must be destiny!

On this blog I hope to inspire you to grow in your Faith in Christ, treasure and enjoy your Family, make Fitness a way of life and have Fun with all your F's.

My Faith in Jesus Christ is what keeps me going. I have been a Christian since I was nine years old and can not remember a time when I couldn't "feel" Jesus in my life. Sadly, I have not always responded to His presence but I have always felt it. At this point in my life though I am happy to say I let His presence guide me. I love the Lord and I praise His Holy Name!

My Family (God's most wonderful gift to me) are the shining lights of my life! My husband of 42+ years is my best friend and my two sons are everything a mother could ask for. They are first of all, Christian men seeking to live a Christ centered life and that is this mother's answer to prayer! They are good husbands and dads and hard working providers for their families. I am blessed to have two daughter-in-laws who also love the Lord. Together these two young couples are trying to bring their children up in the way of the Lord - Hallelujah! Now, about their children.............hmm, I better save that for the next blog because I could write a book on those 4 "Munchkins!"

In closing I want to share one of my favorite Bible verses with you:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight. Prov. 3: 5 & 6, (NIV)

I'VE LEARNED THIS THE HARD WAY! Until next blog remember to keep the Faith, love your Family, make Fitness a way of Life and by the way....have Fun!