2025 and no more goals

2025 and No More Goals

This past year has been a whirlwind. A lot of emotions surfaced as we marked the one-year anniversary of my grandma’s passing—the same week I turned 40. There were many personal disappointments, a lot of “no’s” and not many “yeses.” So many questions without answers, or at least not the answers I was hoping for. To say I’m glad to see this year come to an end is probably an understatement.

As I close out the year, I am determined to see the good and not just the bad. I coached softball for the first time—and I loved it! I grew a lot, and so did the girls I coached. We even took 2nd place in the tournament! My son, S, won the district tournament and went to state for baseball. While we celebrated the win, it was bittersweet because it was his last season at the diamonds where both my boys grew up playing. My other son, D, got his driver’s license, and my daughter, L, volunteered at the concessions. My husband worked hard all year to provide for us and helped shuttle the kids everywhere. We took a family vacation to my favorite vacation spot in Minnesota. There’s more to celebrate, but for now, that’s a good start.

Personally, I’m not sure I’m better today than yesterday. My faith was deeply challenged this year—not in believing God exists, but in trusting Him and resting in that truth. I’ve realized how much I struggle with trust and how often I act like a spoiled child when things don’t go my way. (Yes, I just said that. It was a big realization for me!) I don’t think I’ve ever cried as much in my life as I did this past year. But I also read more of the Bible than ever before. In fact, I’m studying Revelation right now for the first time! I know God is good… but I want to live as though I truly believe that. There were times when I felt numb to God, but time and time again, I was reminded that He was NEVER numb to me.

So why did I title this 2025 and No More Goals? Because this year, I’m not making goals I know I won’t keep—goals that leave me disappointed when I inevitably fall short. Instead, I want to focus on living each day better than the one before. I’ll be intentional about spending time with my family and with God. I want to make new friends and reconnect with old ones.

I want to join a knitting club and start a cottage bakery in my home. I want to live! I want to blog more and disciple someone. I want to read more books, spend more time outdoors, and stay away from screens. I want to become a better cook and finally declutter my house.

Yes, you could call these “goals,” but ultimately, I want to live for God’s glory—not just to check boxes or accomplish tasks.

What are your plans for 2025? Comment below and share how you’re going to live life in the coming year!

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