Starting the New Year is one of my favorite times of the year, just like back to school (I think that’s the former teacher in me). I find it refreshing to turn a blank page, start projects that have been pushed aside, and simply reflect on what’s important. Life is chaotic and while I do pride myself in living in somewhat ordered chaos, I need moments to pause and reset. My path on the Essentialist Family has been years in the making. As this blog unfolds, you’ll discover my journey and why I am so passionate about inspiring other families to reconnect with one another in simple and intentional ways. Simply stated, that’s where true happiness lies…with those we love. If you’ve joined me on the Essentialist Family journey, you may have started your family motto and list of essential beliefs that your family holds dear. The most basic theme I’ve heard over and over again is LOVE. Love is what connects, fulfills, comforts, supports, encourages, protects, inspires, and make us truly happy.
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.” –1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Take this week’s quote and write it on pretty paper to display on your fridge. Maybe print it out in a fancy font and put it on every family member’s pillow one night. Use it as a reminder of how simple love is, yet how powerful. Say it out loud, talk about it over a meal, discuss what it means. And essentially realize that love never fails.♥︎
the Essentialist Family 