It has been two months since I have written for this
blog. I have missed it. I hope to be able to resume regular posts in
2021.
2020 certainly has presented us with many challenges,
changes, and disappointments. The “new
normal” remains elusive. The shorter,
darker days of winter have arrived. But,
as Christians, and especially as Catholics, we have hope for the future. Jesus is born for us, as we recall each
Christmas, and He remains with us always, as long as we do not lose sight of
Him.
It is equally important not to lose sight of what 2020 has
brought us and taught us, no matter how much we might want to forget some, if
not most, of it. Here are a few things I
learned from 2020:
- There is usually a way to adapt your routine to fit a certain set of restrictions. Change is hard at any time, yes, but it is not impossible.
- Just because “we’ve always done it this way,” it doesn’t mean there isn’t an equally effective way to do it differently, and more safely.
- Time with family is precious. Enjoy it when you can, whether it be virtual or socially distant.
- Connecting with people in some way is good for the soul, even for those of us who are introverts!
- Work isn’t the be-all, end-all of life. Finding time for hobbies is crucial to staying sane.
- God never abandons us. Lean on Him when times get tough.
What lessons from 2020 will you carry forward into the new year? What are you looking forward to being different in 2021?
