Since I lost my parents in 2008 and 2009, I have hung on to things and can't explain why. I guess it may be a form of denial. I just don't want to let go of them and each item that belonged to them was part of them. I don't need them, but I have had a hard time facing it and to get rid of their belongings.
I had help at the beginning and did give things to those who needed them in the family. We did not quite complete the job as my mom had added many personal things to my home when she moved in with us. It is really just too much. I have to face this and begin to give away these items.
So with that old saying..."Out with the Old...and in with the new". I am ready for it. I know I am tired of the sadness that I feel from it. It is no longer bringing any comfort. I was watching a tv show on HGTV where a designer came in with a teen girl who had way too much in her room and a gazillion stuffed animals. The girl did not want to get rid of any of them because each one had a special meaning to her. I could so relate to this girl. But did she need them all? No...and the designer told her pick 10 of your most favorite ones to keep. So she did. Then she took all the others and took photos of them and created a photo album for the memories. The girl was so happy. She then agreed to let go and they donated the stuffed animals.
I loved this idea. Not that I need photos of what I am getting rid of, but maybe I do for some of the things. It is an idea I am pondering.
I am ready for 2014 for change. I am going to get rid of the old and create a new living space that is full of color and makes me happy. I have been so inspired by HGTV and their wonderful shows and ideas.
You know that feeling when you finish a good book.....and you read that very last page. It's a let down sometimes that it is over. We go and look for another good book to read. I am there. I just finished that last page of this chapter in my life. I am ready for a new chapter full of color, excitement, fun, love and joy. I am ready for the future...and we can't go there until we let go of the past and quit looking back. I am not looking back any longer. I will never forget my parents and all they did for me. I have never forgotten any of my loved ones who have left us. I just want to remember the happy times and let that be my comfort...the wonderful memories and love we shared. Things did not bring that to me, they each did. They are gone now and all I have are the memories. I have the comfort of knowing one day I will see them again in Heaven.
I am moving forward to whatever God has planned for me. I know HIS plans are always best and look forward to it. Jeremiah 29:11 from the Holy Bible tells us "I have plans for your future," saith the Lord, "plans to prosper you, not harm you."
I stand on the word of God and His promises. They are what bring me comfort and peace.
