Perspective of Priorities

What comes first in our lives? That is for each of us to determine. For some it's work, for others it's school, family, friends, games, sports and the list can go on forever.

I spent some time with some high school friends the other night, and it made me realize that in high school I only had a glimpse of what real life is like and what my priorities should have been.  I was so worried about having dates for the dances, that boys weren't asking me to the dances and spending time with my friends. It's not that my friends weren't important, it's just that I've now realized what is more  important.

Family. Faith. Working hard. Living within your means. Serving others. Getting a good education. Building relationships and networks. These are some of the things that are important to me now. I sometimes wish that I could go back and relive high school with some of the knowledge that I have now. Then I remember about living through some of my experiences again and I'm grateful that they are over. The important thing is to take what I've learned, especially in this last year, and use it become a better person.

I'm excited to have the hard times of 2013 behind me and the adventures of 2014 ahead of me. I want to be better this year and I am grateful for the opportunity to have a clean slate for the year and get a fresh start on some goals.

What are you looking forward to in 2014?

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