2026 What’s In and What’s Out for Me
I keep seeing these posts on social media and figured I’d make my own. I like the idea of this trend as far as taking stock goes when I look back on the past year and ahead to a new year that’s just begun. I’ll admit I like this trend more than picking a word or lofty resolutions. Declaring what’s in and out for me feels a bit more like setting intentions, a simple list I can go back to should I get confused.
What’s In
As I went through what I’d like to focus on in the coming year, the in’s I wanted at the forefront of my mind, it wasn’t hard. This next year I want date nights and embracing the quiet luxury of a cozy home. I want oversized sweatshirts and staying up past my bedtime with my teenagers. I want my own personal style to be what I care about, not some influencers links I clicked on. I want our real life to share Jesus in how we live, speak, work and walk. I want to be a person that’s always sharing the good news about Him.
On the surface, here’s to more lipstick and painting my nails too. Here’s to a bigger garden, more hydrangeas, more outdoor picnics.
Here’s to taking a rest on Sunday’s, a true Sabbath.
Last year I don’t think I ever made intentions or plans or resolutions. With a two year old, life was about enjoying him and surviving the various ages and stages. I gave myself grace with a teen and a toddler and two in between. We homeschooled well and I didn’t overcommit us. So, when I thought about a list for what’s out in 2026, well that one came more easily.
What’s Out
I want to read my Bible each morning before looking at my phone. I want to not compare through the scrolling, overcommit us or let fear hold me back. I don’t want to worry about what others think, but listen to God’s voice and go do those things.
Lara Casey wrote a beautiful piece about new seasons and I loved it so much. I remember watching her growth on instagram and with her company. I remember her stepping back, as I did. Now, I feel quite similarly to her. My goals in life aren’t an Italy vacation or material wealth. My goals are living our what God has for me today. Using the gifts he’s given me to be a vessel for him. Teaching my boys and raising them into men of God. That alone is a huge task.
This upcoming season I’m here for honesty and truth. I’m ready to improve my writing, my creativity, my time management. I’m ready to focus on what the Bible says in true and in the new year let God lead the fashion trends in my life. This coming year may my days be orchestrated by His plan, His will, His grace. I need it.
