Tuesday, January 28, 2020

#Expectancy - by Magdalena Scott

Hi! I'm baaaaack.



What? You didn't notice I was gone? Yep - I was on hiatus for a few months while dealing with some personal issues. 

I struggled in 2019. And - oh yeah, there was also that rough patch I sometimes refer to as 2018.

But hey, we all have troubles, don't we?

I'm really hopeful for 2020. Because of the topic of a devotion I read several weeks ago, I've chosen expectancy as my word for this year.

Gratitude Helps
I try to always be grateful, reminding myself throughout each day of the many blessings I enjoy. I aim for contentment with what I have. My minimalist lifestyle makes it a bit easier to find that kind of peace. Spending as little time as possible on social media, or any other type of media, and more time in person with folks in my small hometown, also benefits my mental and emotional health.



Imagine a Rosy Future
I need to be present, healthy, and able to function as a helper and encourager to those who depend on me. But I've learned that facing hardships with stubborn gratitude works even better alongside occasional contemplation of happier times. 

So while doing the best I can in the here and now, I'm also looking ahead. I've made plans for work (new books!) and play (making music, spending time with loved ones, traveling!) I'm feeling more hopeful and upbeat, which is a better place from which to write sweet romance.

I look forward to sharing more about all those positive outcomes as they unfold this year.
#Expectancy2020Maybe I should put it on a t-shirt. Perhaps printed backward, so I can read it in a mirror?

What are you looking forward to this year?


USA Today Bestselling Author Magdalena Scott is a practicing minimalist, having downsized from a 3,000 square foot house to a studio apartment, where her Giant Closet continues to resist taming. When not writing at home or spending time with family and friends, she loves to travel–carry-on baggage only–and is always pleasantly surprised at the kindness of strangers.


Website: https://magdalenascott.com/


10 comments:

  1. Expectancy is a wonderful word for 2020, Magdalena. My church chose the word "Available" for this year. A sincere welcome back!

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    1. Available is a great word for a church to choose, Josie! Thank you for the warm welcome. I'm happy to be back!

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  2. Welcome back, Magdalena. I've missed you.

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  3. Welcome back, Magdalena. It is so good to have your cheery smile with us again. I love the idea of putting the word backwards so you can read it in the mirror!

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    1. Thank you, Merrillee. It's good to see your cheery smile again too!

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  4. I glad you're back, Magdalena. I hope 2020 is an exceptional year for you.

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    1. Thank you so much, Kimberly. Here's to a marvelous 2020 for all of us!

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  5. Welcome back, Magdalena! This is such a great post. I was going to have focus as my word but "Intentional" keeps popping up for me so that's mine for 2020. I hope 2020 is a great year for all of us.

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    1. Thank you, Laura. "Intentional" sounds like an excellent choice!

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