Welcome! Thank you for stopping by. Would you join me for Devoted December?
I call this season Devoted December. I love the sound of the words, and to me, it feels like the perfect reminder to spend this month fully devoted to what matters most. And you can do it too!
Here’s what Devoted December looks like for me:
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Be intentional: I want to focus on what brings meaning, joy, and love into our lives, celebrating Advent, family moments, and caring for my home and heart.
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Let go of the rest: This means spending less time on things that don’t nourish my spirit, like scrolling aimlessly on social media.
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Celebrate small joys: Reading together, family traditions, little acts of kindness, and quiet moments of reflection.
I’ve learned the hard way that it’s easy to confuse “being busy” with “being present.” Years ago, I participated in a weekly playgroup through Meet Up. I loved the personal connections and the encouragement from other moms, but when the group moved to Facebook, the connection just wasn’t the same. The playdates dwindled, the deep conversations faded, and I realized that nothing can replace face-to-face, real-life connection.
That lesson stays with me today. It reminds me to be intentional with my time and to invest in what really matters. When you cut out all the other things, you have time for the things that bring greater joy, deeper meaning, and more life!
This December, I encourage you to think about what you want to focus on too:
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Family moments: Bake, craft, read, or play together.
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Faith: Celebrate Advent or carve out quiet time to reflect on our Lord.
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Meaningful connections: Spend time with friends or neighbors in person if you can, or via calls and letters or texts.
Limit the distractions, embrace the moments that bring joy, and remember: it’s the heart behind our actions, not the quantity, that makes the season truly special.
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