one word

so i made my list of resolutions...the dirty dozen as I am referring to them.

{and I am sticking with them...}

but Amber also challenged me to choose one word for the year.

i can never say just one word, unless of course it is the "last word"

then i covet it much like an Olympian standing on the podium proudly adorning a gold medal

but i have tossed and turned this restless idea over and over in my mind these past several days

wondering if I could chose one word

{Pat, could I buy a few extra letters?}

MERCIES

{something that gives evidence of divine favor}

gentleness-goodwill-grace-humanity-kindliness-lienency-softheartedness-tenderness

God daily offers me divine favor.

I am a follower of God.

I must embrace the mercies He showers upon me.

I am created in His likeness.

I must pass on His tender grace & goodwill.

Dear Lord,

 Thank you for your undeserving grace. 

Let the adversity we face as a family be your mercies not yet recognized. 

Let my word {mercies}be the force behind my softhearted actions.

Amen.