State of Our Family

evaluating

reflecting

dreaming

planning

preparing

transitioning

Purposely transitioning from one season to the next can positively impact the new season you are entering.  

Seasons mean many different things:

• A new calendar year

• A new school year

• A move

• A job change

• A baby or two or three

• A new season of life - single to married.  No children to children.  Active parenting to empty nester

• A new or renewed dream

When we know a new season is on the horizon, the way in which we transition from the season we are in to the one that is coming can be done with intention.  I am a firm believer that although we cannot plan for everything (because God is ultimately in control), the more we reflect and assess what has been and cast a vision for what could be, we increase the odds for real change.  I am absolutely giddy when I know a transition is coming because this girl is all about celebrating the successes and planning for something better.  

For many years, Scott and I have taken the time to fully evaluate the year we are leaving and plan for the year that is coming.  The 6 weeks leading to New Year’s is a great opportunity to set aside the time.  We typically discuss all of the big areas of our lives - job, finances, marriage, family, spiritual and physical well-being, and habits/daily rhythms.  One of the best decisions we made was to walk our children through this process of self-evaluation and goal setting.  Including every member of the family, we provided opportunities to cheer for one another in our victories and encourage positive change.  

Often times the most difficult part of the evaluating and planning process is not knowing where to begin.  I took what we have done in the past and created a State of Our Family guide to help in the process.  

Healthy marriages and families are some of the things we are most passionate about and it is attainable.  Very few people wake up with healthy, thriving marriages and families after putting in zero effort.  What you desire requires action and commitment.  Taking a step towards thriving and not just surviving starts with each person making the choice.  It starts with me.  And, it starts with you.  Are you ready to get started?

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