We are already a month into summer break but I decided to make a few goals for the next couple of months to make the most of this time of the year. For me, summer is a time for opportunities and new experiences since I have a schedule that allows for more freedom. Sometimes the days can just fly by if I don't take advantage of them and set my mind on things that I want to do or accomplish so this summer I decided to make a note of some things that I want to have done over this season.

The things of this world can easily distract us from the One who deserves and desires our attention the most. Everyday responsibilities and our busy schedules are constantly vying for our attention in every possible direction. The constant chaos of our lives can sometimes make it a challenge to ignore the clutter and focus our eyes on God. It would be nice to imagine the opportunity to remove every distraction from our lives to fully focus our attention on Him but, unfortunately, the clutter of our lives does not like to take breaks. If we tell ourselves that we are waiting for the perfect time or opportunity, we will never find it.