Pastor Hamilton told us in church on Sunday that we should give something up for Lent. I have never done that before, because my previous Methodist pastors have never instructed me to do so. I am going to give something up...but I forgot to come up with that something. Thanks to Allyson's blog post today, I have been reminded.
I've been brainstorming: Coffee? Diet Coke? Chocolate? Those were the first things that came to mind, and then I realized that I've already consumed all three today, and it's Ash Wednesday. Is it too late now? I don't know the rules! (And I suddenly feel extremely unhealthy for having consumed all three of those items today. Oh, and I ate a Chipotle burrito for lunch. And I just looked down and my gut is hanging over the top of my pants. I know one thing I'm not giving up: working out!)
I tried to come up with something non-food, but I realized I would have a hard time coming up with something good. TV? I pretty much only watch news. Studying? Wait, that would be counterproductive.
Allyson has suggested beer, which is a good idea. Any other suggestions? Maybe I'll do them all! Or maybe not...
Perhaps Emily has a 'challenge' for you, like she did for me. No texting for 40 days!! It's going to be hard..... If you follow Megan G's rules, that are apparently legit, you can 'cheat' on Sunday's. Keep that in mind. :) Go forth and prosper.
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