I asked myself that question just this weekend, as I wondered where in the world the first half the year had gone. So much I planned to do still sits undone, and yet there have been so many unexpected wins that I can’t help but celebrate. It’s amazing how you can be on “purpose” even when you’re off “plan”.
This seems to be the theme of my life now. You see for over a year, I’ve been working on my book. Truthfully, I’ve been talking about it so long, I’m sick of it. I mean, I love it, but I’m tired of hearing myself, and not seeing a book.
So at the beginning of the year I decided enough was enough! No more chitchat – it was time for action! I scoped it out (for like, the eleventh time), moved content around, and diligently wrote. It was such a wonderful feeling as words started flowing on the page.
Then in May I hit a lull in writing, and another opportunity appeared. To my surprise I was asked to be a content partner for an online television network. In the vast land of You Tube, they had stumbled upon the Loving on Me TV channel, liked what they saw, and invited me to come on board.
Now if I wasn’t on a walk of faith, I probably would have said this was just a distraction from my writing, that I should finish the book first, and then go on to the television series. But in my gut, I knew this was something different. This was the horse of opportunity, and I needed to take hold.
You see, from the beginning God told me there would be television for Loving on Me. He just hadn’t revealed how. So I was expecting that at some point that part of the vision would come to fruition, but not until the brand was more established. Or at the very least we had more than 38 You Tube subscribers! But God – I SO love those words – He had other plans.
So, we’ve now embarked on a grand adventure to produce a series of short, inspirational videos that prayerfully will light the fires of women around the globe. Not having gone to school for radio and television, I’ve had to learn a LOT. But you know what – I’m having a blast! My soul feels alive and in line with my divine assignment.
And at the end of the day, isn’t that what life’s really about? Living life to the fullest, and taking advantage of the opportunities God places before us, rather than being afraid and sticking to the plan? Yeah, I think so too, and yet I have this tinge of disappointment.
Because, of course, now I’m off the schedule I set for myself for the book. Will I finish it? Absolutely! But it probably won’t be when I imagined, and that feels a little like I didn’t make my goal, which kind of sucks.
That’s what led me to ask myself the question when is it enough? I mean, really! God blessed me with an unexpected, unmerited opportunity and I have the nerve to be disappointed because I didn’t finish what I wanted to do. How silly am I?
I had to immediately correct my thinking. Instead of focusing on what I didn’t get done, I started thinking of all the things I did.
- Wrote a free eBook – 21 Affirmations for Loving the Real You!
- Launched my new Katrina McGhee website!
- Created a new Online Television Series!
The funny thing is NONE of this was on my list when I started the year. Everything changed as the year unfolded, and that’s why one of the 5 Laws for Loving Life is adaptability. Because no matter how much we plan and set goals, we always have to be open to God changing our path.
So tell me, are you celebrating where you are, or beating yourself up for what’s undone? If you’re anything like me, it’s probably a little bit of both.
I want to encourage us both to spend more time doing the happy dance, and less time feeling defeated. Right now, before you leave the site, give me one thing in the comments that you’re claiming as a victory for this year. Doesn’t matter how big or small, just something we can celebrate together. For example, what I’m most excited about is that I’m working out again. Don’t ask why I stopped…just celebrate with me that I am back at it. 🙂
Listen, whatever we’ve accomplished, it’s enough. We are enough. What seems like way too little to us, God can take and do more than we can imagine.
So let’s just trust, keep trekking, and make up our minds that come what may, we’re going to enjoy the journey.
Sending you great big hugs and love! K ❤
PS – Don’t forget to leave a comment. I want to celebrate with you!
Brandon says
Starting my MBA and getting acclimated to California!
Katrina McGhee says
Yes, yes, yes! Celebrating your success in advance!
Priscilla Booker says
Finishing My challenge (a book)… You totally just told my story. I’m encouraged!!!
Katrina McGhee says
I’m believing we will both finish! We can do it!! Hugs and Love, K