Four Resolutions I’m Making

We all know this is the time of year for making resolutions. I’m not against them completely- I’ve been to the gym two days in a row which is not my normal pattern. But, tomorrow is a work day for me as it is for many of you, and our commitments to do this or that, or not to do this or that will be tested. I’m guessing some of my resolutions may be wearing a little thin as early as next week. I know some would call that a “negative confession” but I don’t care, it’s the truth.

Still, I’ve made some resolutions and wanted to tell you about four of them. Maybe seeing what I’m doing will help you with yours if you’re into this sort of thing.  The first resolution was easy, the second a little harder, and the third and fourth more difficult. They all fall in the category of letting go of things.

First, the easy one, kind of a warm up for me. I’ve decided to let go of the political party I’ve been affiliated with my entire voting life. Only took a few clicks and some key strokes. Done! And no, my Democrat friends, you haven’t persuaded me to cross over…

Second is one that’s a going to be a little harder for me. I’ve decided to let go of my compulsion to act on the upsell offers that are presented to me. Music, books, technology, and a myriad of products related to stuff I either own or have clicked on is constantly showing up when I go online. Not that the “specials” being offered aren’t legitimate and do often represent a great value, the question is, “Do I need this, and do I need this right now?”

Third, I’m letting go of a few more expectations that others in my community have for me. For my readers who identify with the home school community, we all know there are various codes or standards- codes of conduct, codes of theology, codes of educational choices, codes of dress, codes of whatever. And while these “codes” are often simply implied, you can count on someone showing up pretty quick to let you know when you’re coloring outside the lines.

Fourth, I’m letting go of a few more expectations I had for my children. When our kids were young, they needed our control and direction. We had certain dreams and hopes for them.  As they entered their teen and early adult years, some and even many were fulfilled. Now that they are adults, they make their own decisions. Their trajectories are changing and while still their parent, I need to respect that and be selective when I offer them my opinion.

So, these are four of my resolutions.

Thanks for reading, and Happy New Year!

Curt Bumcrot, MRE