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Focus On The Good

I hope everyone is doing well given the circumstances we are all dealing with. It comes and goes for me... sometimes I'm cool, and then other times it hits me like a ton of bricks that pretty much the whole world is on a lock down and I'm seeing some of my favorite local places in my town being forced to shut down. I'm the type of person that one minute I believe ignorance is bliss, then next minute, I'm trying to take on all of the world's problems. Funny how that works. But I've come to the realization that it's time to focus on the good things in life! There is absolutely nothing I can do about this global pandemic. But I CAN control my attitude about it and I CAN control how to make the best use of my time. Here are a few ways I've been able to focus on the good:


1. I've been texting and having REAL phone conversations more! 
I know this sounds odd, but usually I just spend my social time on my phone through Facebook and Instagram-scrolling. But I have made it a point to text and actually call my friends and my youth girls more since I can't see them face to face!

2. Getting stuff done around the house. 
I finally cleaned the fan I've been starring at, saying, "I'm going to clean that thing soon!" lol I think being stuck inside my house has motivated me to keep it clean and try to get more organized! I found that I actually enjoy cleaning once I start doing it. Anyone else relate?

3. Cheerful Giving
I love supporing my favorite restaurants and tithing at church knowing the great impact it has during this crisis. While this is a scary time, knowing that my money is going to directly help makes me feel great!

4. Rediscovering Old Hobbies
I have the time to get back into scrapbooking wich I LOVE, but never seem to find the time to do it. I also drug out some of my adult coloring books which is really relaxing to do while listening to music if you feel like you've had too much screen time!

5. Quiet Time For Your Soul
During this time of uncertainty, I have really gotten into reading my Bible and journaling my prayers. Although the World feels upside down, my my faith in trust in Jesus is strong.

 6. Getting Outside!
While we can't go to the mall and the movies, they have said nothing about getting out in nature! I went on an hour long walk yesterday! I didn't have anywhere to be and the sunshine felt amazing! I felt so refreshed afterwards!

7. Time With loved Ones
 Tyler and I had a great time last weekend cleaning the house, making dinner together and watching our favorite tv shows!

I hope you find this post helpful. Remember, all of this is temporary and try to focus on the good!
XoXo ~ Valerie 

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  1. Kaitlyn CApril 2, 2020 at 3:27 PM

    Found this to be really helpful during these times! Love your blog!

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