You're probably wondering what "journey" I am taking, well it's really not that big of a deal, however, in the end it will show me if I have the will to stop something I enjoy for my faith.
Being a Christian, Catholic to be exact, today starts the Season of Lent. Each year I choose to "give up" something for my faith and each year I fail. This year is going to prove quite challenging, as I have chosen to give up FACEBOOK!!! It has only been a few weeks since I joined facebook, however, I have become very addicted. I spend most, if not all, of my free time on this sight. I love talking with old friends and acquaintances, as well as family. I have realized this is becoming a problem, as the girls continue to say "Mommy, please stop looking at facebook". With Lenten Season approaching I toyed with the idea of giving facebook up, however, wasn't sure I was ready to take on such a challenge. Yesterday ,out of nowhere, a friend posted she was going to "give up" facebook for Lent and I felt inspired, so I decided I would try too.
I was very surprised at the support I received, as well as the lack of support. I had many people wish me luck, as if I was going to climb Mt. Everest. I wondered if in fact this challenge would prove much the same as climbing the world largest mountain. So many people claimed they couldn't do it, as they were addicted as well. A good friend even took a bet of $50 that I would fail miserably. I do feel as if I have a lot of support this Lenten Season on proving I can in fact "give up" something I enjoy so much for my faith. My sister in law has also decided she will try to "give up" facebook, however, Erin wasn't quite ready.
When April 12th arrives I hope in fact I can say I succeeded, but, fear I won't. Addiction is hard to overcome, even with faith being the motivation. Today hasn't been bad, as I have been busy, I fear when a slow day approaches I may give in to temptation. God give me strength!!!!
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I know you can do it!
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