Season of Lent

Today is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent, a time when many Christians prepare for Easter by observing a period of fasting, repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline. The purpose is to set aside time for reflection on Jesus Christ - His suffering and sacrifice, His life, death, burial and resurrection. Last night at dinner, we all confirmed what we each wanted to "sacrifice" until Easter Sunday. The kids had some great ideas but we had to remind them that we have to remain faithful to our commitment so it has to be somewhat difficult yet realistic. Here is what we committed to:

Dylan - Cutting back to 1x wkly on the PlayStation Race Car Game

Also giving up candy (including Valentines)

Lindsey - Increasing her weekly tithing for Haiti to $2 (from $1)

Also giving up candy (including Valentines)

Taylor - Giving up all baked goods (including Girl Scout cookies :)

Also giving up candy (including Valentines)

Dave - Giving up carbs

Also cutting back to 1x weekly on beer consumption

Making time to give his wife a kiss and hug every day (my idea :)

Tina - Giving up carbs and sweets (including Tootsie Rolls :)

Also cutting back to 1x weekly on wine consumption

Making time for God EVERY day (15 min studying His word)

So there you have it. You are welcome to help hold us accountable :) Bottom line. we are so very grateful for Jesus Christ and His ultimate gift to us. There is so much more He deserves so this is the very least we can do for Him and our temples.