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2011 is here (and quickly passing). I try to take time at the beginning of each year to assess my life. In what way will this year be different? What should I have done differently or not done at all? What action/s do I need to take. Where do I need to just listen and wait? Invariably, my reflection extends beyond this past year. It trickles into my past (the birthplace of my future) and stumbles over old regrets. Have you ever thought about things you regret?

Here are a few of mine...

1. High school romances

2. Buying more books than I could ever read. (I've given away hundreds and should have made better use of the library.)

3. Not being more dedicated to exercise.

4. Declining lunch invitations over my to-do list.

5. Not getting more photos of the WWII veterans I've interviewed.

6. Comparing myself to others.

As I sat here and thought about it, there are other things I regret, but I can see how God has used those things for His glory. I regret having an abortion, probably more than anything ... yet because of that I've been passionate about supporting crisis pregnancy centers and talking to teens about abstinence. I regret getting pregnant as a teen ... sort of. Even though I was making bad choices, I'm thankful for my son.

If I were to do things differently, knowing what I know now, I'd make different choices.

Then again, would I be the person I am today if God hadn't transformed my life in so many ways?

Something to think about.

I pray 2011 has gotten off to a good start for you. Stop by my blog or Facebook page and let me know how you're doing.