For the past two weeks I feel like I have been in a constant state of renewal.  I have made major overhauls and redecorating decisions throughout several rooms in my house, have been afforded the opportunity to actually focus and pay attention during church, attend daily mass more often, and have been able to journal more.

As I was thumbing through my calendar tonight to see what’s on my schedule for the rest of the week, I noticed the reference pages in the back and decided to give them a peek to see if there was anything worth referencing.  I was pleasantly surprised when I found two entire pages dedicated to renewal.  The pages were actually broken down by sections – physical, social/emotional, mental, and spiritual renewal.  Here are a few of my favorites from the mental category:

• Keep a journal.
• Solve puzzles.
• Collect quotations.
• Study a subject of interest.
• Listen to uplifting music.
• Take a class.
• Read a book.

So, I am curious.  What do you do to get a sense of renewal every once in a while?