33 Realizations from this 33 Year Old

Today's the day - my birthday.  33 years on this planet & here's a few things I know...
  

1. God sees you.
2. He loves you more than you can fathom.
3. He is sovereign & has good in store for us.
4. He really does know best.
5. His timing really is perfect.
6. Drink more water.  It is good for you, calorie free, & practically free.
7. Exercise is worth it in so many ways.
8. Start your day with prayer + keep it going alll day.
9. Sometimes you just might need to watch a Disney movie.
10. Eat more fiber.
11. Eat more fruits + veggies.
12. Comparison will always be an option in this world, but so is the ability to say no to it.
13. Worry truly gets you nothing good + wastes your precious time.
14. Don't forget all the prayers He's answered + all the things you have now that used to fill your prayer life.
15. Practice gratitude in word + deed.
16. Read your Bible for yourself - never take what others preach as gospel until you compare it to His Word.
17. Figure out your gifts + talents {everybody has 'em}, then use 'em for the Lord.
18. Always tithe what you've been blessed to earn.
19. Laugh lots.
20. If it's possible for you, get a good night's sleep as often as you can.
21. Don't let the opportunities to speak kind, life-giving words to others slip by.
22. Say "I love you" often to the people you love.
23. Act out "I love you" often to the people you love.
24. Don't take people + things + circumstances for granted - life is short & not too much is guaranteed.
25. Try to make every day special.
26. Sometimes you need to eat dessert first.
27. Nature is free therapy - go get out in God's creation.
28. Learn to laugh at yourself + don't sweat the small stuff.
29. With Jesus you truly are forgiven + free - live like that.
30. You are never alone.
31. Thrift stores can be unexpected treasure troves.
32. Put your phone down more - you'll find real life is out there happening & you could actually be a part of it!
33. True beauty doesn't wash off or fade & is more valuable than the superficial stuff.