Filming is done and today is New Years Eve. The idea of starting anew and being glad another year is behind us is not an ideology I play into. In fact, quite the contrary. I absolutely believe that each and every day we have choices. Those choices-good or bad, define who we are and where we are headed. To be thankful that we didn't experience them would mean they didn't matter. To wish away a year and look forward to the next is forgetting to look at what we experienced, what we learned and where we have been.
I have a friend here in the Missouri who shared this with me today:
"I'm not going to wish anyone Happy New Year because honestly it doesn't matter to me. I wish you all your best whether it's Jan 1 or Aug 8. You can have a fresh start any day...doesn't take a calender to make that happen...just you. Carpe Diem and keep it FAB!!
Right On!!!!! Now that's what I am talking about!
So, on this day...instead of counting down I am simply counting. I am counting each and every day this year as a day on my continued journey. I have lived this journey. It is my choice...and I have defined it.
Choice Point has been a huge part of this year's journey.
Choice Point came from the other side of "the pond" and blessed us with the ability to tell our story to the world. Not only did we tell it, but we shared who we are, where we live and a bit of our journey with each and every person that will view the movie. I'd say that's a pretty spectacular year!
Our Choice Point journey has solidified for me that how we have live is proper, aligned and purposeful and that each and every one of us has a new day- every day- to live as we do. We must make a difference in the lives of others each and every day.
The Choice Point community has assured me that together we can make a difference. We have to.
And finally, The Choice Point movie crew - Halo Films has blessed us with a heartfelt sense of the best there is. They are amazingly talented and I sit in awe of the job that they have done not only as sheer artists but as the best of human beings willing to share all of us with all of you.
Peace.
I whole heartly agree with you Jodi and as always I count you as a new friend this year but I can honestly say it feels like we have been friends for all our lifes. Your family has a amazing blessed life and I know that when the movie comes out it will not only me knowing this but it will be shown to the world.
ReplyDeleteYou're so right....life is what you make it no matter what the date! Realizing how we are blessed, being thankful for what we have and striving to better ourselves is what life is really about. Have a great day today and every day!
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ReplyDeleteI feel the same as Tammy does. I feel like you are someone that I could confide it with any fear I may have. I also would love telling you the joys that come too. My kids love yours and both talk about you and Bret how amazing you are and what a difference you are making. Thank you for inspiring my children. I cant wait to see the movie and wish nothing but complete success for this heart filled project you are sharing with the world. I know it will touch many. You guys are an amazing family. Much love being sent from our family to yours. You have also reminded me not to look back. Just to look forward and do the work that God has planned for me. Thank you greatly for that.
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