The Defining Decade

     Another year in Holbrook has gone by and time is sure flying. As I continue to focus on the reason I am here (which I believe is to draw very close to God and learn to be independent while serving great children in the process), I seek to learn more about how to do these things. One recent discovery of mine has been boundless.org. This website is run by Focus on the Family and is geared directly toward young Christian singles. It's great, as there are articles to read about living a joyful life in Christ while being single, finances, spiritual growth, and many other topics. There are also radio sessions available discussing similar topics. Last night I discovered the radio session entitled, "The Defining Decade", which has set up a whirlwind of thoughts in my mind.
     Throughout the show, Meg Jay discusses the significance of your 20s. So many think of this decade as a time to decide who you will be in the future. However, Meg states that that theory is completely wrong! This is not just a decade to decide, but rather a decade to actually become who you will be. She discusses how habits set now can be easily maintained throughout the rest of your life. She writes of the serious decisions we need to make at this point in our lives and how, habits formed in your 20s will be easier than at any other point in life. She spoke of practical ways to grow, pursue your career, build relationships, and draw near to God. She then asked a question that hit me hard: "If you continue life the way you are going, will you be happy in three years?"
     I fell asleep last night thinking about that question. I actually came to a peace in the process. I was thinking of all the things I am doing right now, and truly believe that I am setting good habits as a 25 year old, which will benefit me throughout the rest of my life. As I cleaned my apartment today, I focused on the modem and realized that a mere year ago I didn't even know what a modem was! My dad had to travel to Best Buy with me to show me what they were! How pathetic. But- this shows growth, so I guess I'm proud of my modem.
     Anyways, those are my random thoughts on this stormy Friday afternoon, as I pray that the electricity will stay on.