Wednesday, February 17, 2010

a new season

they say that most new years resolutions have fizzled by valentines day. a mere 45 days into the year! but today provides another opportunity for renewed resolve: ash wednesday the beginning of lent. 40 days and 40 nights of reflection and repentance.

now i understand not everyone is catholic, and many catholics just use this time as a social exercise to gripe about giving up chocolate or soda or facebook. but regardless of your faith or practice, it's never a bad idea to focus inwardly and build yourself up for the new season of spring.

my lenten practice this year will be about being more mindful of my body: what i put into it, how i treat it, take care of it, and appreciate it.

2 comments:

teacherwoman said...

Great post. I like your idea of being more mindful of your body this lenten season. I think I may just follow your lead. :)

Georgia Snail said...

Great post, recommitting one's self on a daily basis is the best way to stay in the game....