How’s your December story coming along?
You know, the one you’re writing with your beautiful life…day in and day out.
This morning, before your feet hit the ground, did worry cause your heart to race? Did that to-do-list…the one you have a love/hate relationship with, drown out your quiet time over morning coffee? 
Last night sweet friend, did you spend time looking at Christmas home tours and come away feeling somehow less-than?
Maybe these struggles aren’t weighing down your heart this December…maybe it’s just me.
But just in case…I want to encourage us…you and me, let’s not allow the struggle, define our story this Christmas. While struggle is a part of my story, it doesn’t have to take center stage.
What do you say we take our worried hearts, our hurried hearts, our hearts that feel small and insignificant and give them to the One who loves us most… 
Let’s lay it all down…
The worries over children, worries over money, worries over health…let’s intentionally place them at the feet of Jesus. The one who can actually do something about them. And that to-do list…what do you say we revisit it with pen in hand and mark off those tedious, unnecessary things that threaten to run us right into the ground this holiday season.
And while we’re at it…how about we pencil in some down time…some just breathe deep time. 
And lastly, what if every time we feel less-than while looking at someone else’s home or clothes or hair or body…how about we quiet the negative voice in our head by saying a prayer of thanks for the gifts God has given that creative, beautiful soul. And hey, let’s don’t stop there. How about we go the extra mile and ask God to bless her, this fearfully and wonderfully made-one of a kind woman… 
Maybe if we start now, this December story…the one we’re writing with our moments, will turn out to be full of good tidings of great joy… 
And maybe…just maybe we’ll be able to give a few good tidings to someone else… 
Sending you love today my friends…
And whispering a prayer for your December story…
This is Chapter 7 of my All Things Home For the Holidays-Finding inspiration for what matters most this holiday season…see the rest of this series HERE ~ xo
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Such beautiful thoughts. Thanks for the inspiration. Your home is so lovely!
Jackie, thank you friend, you’re so encouraging. Have a wonderful day ox
So beautiful, peaceful and full of love, this post is amazing, your words instantly calmed me. Your decor is just as beautiful and peaceful! thank-you for sharing in this tour! xoxo
Thank you, exactly what I needed to read this morning.
Diane, I’m so glad…have a blessed day my friend ox
Robin, THANK YOU!!!!!!
Karen xooxox
It’s all so lovely, Robin! Cozy and gives an invitation. Thank you for sharing!
Beautiful, Robin! so peaceful and I haven’t even started decorating…just can’t get going…sad!
Robin, Your home and Christmas decorations are lovely. I like the story the best. Thank you for that.
Thank you…. just what I needed to be reminded of after a long day!
Thank you for your beautiful and encouraging words. I will carry them with me this Christmas season and into the new year.
Stacey, Merry Christmas my friend…sending love xo
LOVE this post! I read it today while waiting on my appointment and couldn’t comment on my phone.
So inviting. So welcoming. So much love here!
Thanks so much J xo love u
Wow what a beautifully written post, Robin. There are so many that struggle the very things you mentioned. Hoping some may find peace in your words. Your home is beautiful and inviting. Hope you have a blessed Christmas! XO
Merry Christmas Christy…xo
Your home and your words are equally beautiful. Thanks for those reminders. I really needed to hear them! Have a wonderful Christmas!
Your home looks beautiful, Robin. I know that many will be helped by your calming words.
Paula, thank you so much my friend xo Merry Christmas!
Robin your family room is so beautiful! I love how you styled your mantel. And your tree is gorgeous girl!! It looks amazing when it’s all lit up too!
Anne, you’re so encouraging! Merry Christmas my friend xo
What a beautiful Holiday home you have. Your mantel is beautiful along with your tree. Enjoyed visiting. Thanks for sharing.
This is such a lovely warm room and a most encouraging post.
Tidings of joy to you. 🙂
I’m so happy you like the porch Barbara…have a blessed Christmas my friend ox