2018: Changes and Opportunities

I have been in a season of change over the past few months. The changes are not completely over yet, either. Some big ones for this next year are:

- I'm quitting my job to spend more time developing my writing/academic opportunities

- We've moved into a house we're sharing with a family

- I'm hoping to expand my reading list.

The first change is a pretty big one. I've always relied on some kind of full-time job to help keep my schedule in order, to act as a natural time restraint for socializing (because, let's be realistic, I would give all of my time to that if allowed), and create a sense of urgency for whatever reading/writing/projects I've had in the past.

Beginning in February that is all going to change. I'm going to have more time on my hands, and I want to use it wisely to bless others and to grow in my knowledge, skills, and my faith. 

The second change has already happened and it has been quite fun and encouraging thus far. It is nice to be living in community rather than isolated in our own little corner.  

As these two changes unfold, I hope to share more about them with you in the coming months. Needless to say I am excited and a little terrified of both. 

The third change is one that I can very easily share with you right now. I want to expand my reading list for this year. I have the freedom for the next few months to consistently read a substantial amount (if I order my time well, hehe). I want to use that opportunity to check some books off of my ever-growing list. I also want to improve the content and consistency of the book reviews I write, so that I can provide those of you who read this blog a steady diet of new titles and genres to read.

I am really excited about the changes that are unfolding. But even if they do not work out the way I would like(and trust me, 2017 didn't so I have no rose-colored dreams for this year), I know that ultimately they will work together for my growth and good, and for the glory of God. I hope that your 2018 is full of such changes as well, and that you can share the journey of growth
with me.