Intentional

Written by Tami Schrock

When you hear the word” intentional”, does that make you think of something negative or positive?  I have to admit, in the past I would say that “intentional” was perceived in the light of something negative–  an intentional foul in a sport, an act done intentionally, without thought of the consequences or the ramifications that may follow.  

Webster defines intentional as follows: done on purpose, deliberate.

At the end of 2021, with 2022 around the corner, I decided that instead of setting a list of “New Year’s Resolutions'' that may or may not be broken, I wanted to pick a “word of the year”. I know this is not a new concept for many people, but it was a new goal for me. The word “intentional” is what I decided was appropriate for this year. Lots of changes are coming into our family and I am choosing the positive side of this word.  

I have set out to focus on being intentional, or deliberate in growing the relationships that I currently have in my life. Sometimes this comes easier than other times, when it may mean sacrificing what I want to do to spend time one on one with kids, my husband, or a friend. I want to look back at the end of 2022, Lord willing, with great memories, less regrets, and stronger connections to the people that mean the most!