In my daily bible study this morning I came across the following, “A mind preoccupied with with planning pays homage to the idol of control.”  For me this was a hard thing to take a close look at in my life. Being the mother of 4 very involved and active boys, helping my husband with his business, having my own business, competing in figure competitions, and just dealing with the ins and outs of daily life, if I didn’t plan and live by my calendar and to-do list I think I would go crazy. I also “preach” a lot about being prepared with meals, workouts, etc to have success in your health and fitness goals. I believe what God was saying to me was not that I shouldn’t plan and be prepared but that I shouldn’t be so obsessed with it that I miss hearing his direction for my life. Many times I will get a feeling I just need to step back and do something not planned…whether its just for me, with my family, or with friends. I shouldn’t be so in control and obsessed with planning that I can’t relax and be spontaneous. While there is something to being organized and prepared…..don’t miss out on the fun God has planned for you as well!  Let Him be in control!