WHAT WE PERSIST IN DOING BECOMES EASIER. . . . .

I love the quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson- “That which we persist in doing becomes easier, not that the nature of the task has changed, but our ability to do it has increased."

I want to start out with an experience. Three months ago my husband and I were called on a service mission. It has been such an AMAZING experience! We have loved every minute of it! I still remember our very first day. Bob dropped me off and then went to park the car. This is the view I saw—a huge stairway, and you guessed it, all our meetings were at the top. (See how dark and dreary that climb looks.)

Ever since I broke my foot years ago I have struggled with climbing stairs. When we began this service mission, I would always use the elevator. But, there were many times there was such a wait for the elevator that it was necessary for me to take the stairs. I would literally crawl up the stairs. But, over time I was able to climb the stairs quickly and have no pain whatsoever in my foot. Every time the stairway became easier and easier for me. Today when Bob dropped me off, I ran up the stairs. As I was sitting in our meetings it occurred to me that climbing the stairs has become such a habit and so natural to me that I do not even think about using the elevator.

Just like this experience, I know we can feel overwhelmed becoming debt free. At first it will be painful. I promise I remember that feeling. There will be times when you want to give up. But, remember every day it will get easier and easier. Before you know it, it will become a part of you! 

We are going to learn so many things this week. I will share more yummy, inexpensive meals to make, and we will learn some short cut tips to start saving money now.

This is what the staircase looks like to me now--all bright and cheery.