a gritty siesta

It just needs to be said: My year is off to an unbelievably better start than last year was.

And the next two weeks are gonna push it over the edge. In the best way possible.

I’m eeeeeeeeeee-ing inside (and out) with excitement over what this January holds. This much I know is true: It’s gonna be good!

I also know it’s gonna be hard.

I’m taking some big risks. From the outside looking in, it may not appear that way. But believe me, I am. My heart already feels it.

The Grit’s gonna take a bit of a siesta while I’m enjoying every risk-filled moment. Aside from a couple pre-scheduled posts, you’ll only hear the sounds of crickets here at the Grit for the next couple of weeks.

But I promise to tell you all about it when the siesta’s over.

And I’ll have some pictures you won’t want to miss.

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33 Responses to “a gritty siesta”
  1. Roo says:

    i still haven’t heard that eeeeeeeeeee!
    but that’s okay.
    i will eventually.

  2. i think i miss you already!

  3. Crystal says:

    Awesome!! I can’t wait to read about it. I pray the Lord meets you beyond your expectations. :)

  4. Cameron says:

    Enjoy!

  5. Jen says:

    Sounds like interesting times ahead! Hope you enjoy it. Praying for you!

  6. Nicki says:

    Go, Alece, and be blessed by whatever it is that life brings. But hurry back to bless us with your story, as you always do. :)

    Prayers going with you-
    Nicki

  7. ooohhhhhhh. I’m excited to hear what it is you’ll be up to, u little risk taker!!! ;0

  8. @ngie
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    says:

    Selah my friend. :)
    fyp

  9. Jessica says:

    Congrats, Alece! I will be praying for you to fully enjoy your “siesta” and look forward to hearing about it soon!! God Bless!!

  10. Katie says:

    I’ll miss you! Have a blast! :-)

  11. Jessie says:

    I’ll miss you too, Alece! Praying your days are filled with joy & caffeine & friendship & risk-taking.

  12. So exciting! I love when plans become reality. I’ll miss you!

  13. Whose blog will I read for two weeks? : )

    Seriously I love coming here… but I really glad that you are getting some much needed time to steal away. There’s nothing like that time!

    Look forward to hearing what the Lover of your Soul reveals in the midst..

  14. Praying you have an amazing time with whatever it is! May God refresh you & revive you!

  15. thegypsymama says:

    I think I can guess what you’re up to. Can you guess what I mean (with apologies to Huey Lewis):

    You’re gonna fly away
    Wish you’re going my way
    I’d love [to be] cruising together
    Music is played for love
    Cruising is made for love
    I love [that you'll be] cruising wherever

  16. Lisa says:

    Yes, yes, yes!!!!!!!! So excited for what’s coming.

  17. Michelle says:

    Eeeeee! I’m super duper excited for you. You deserve nothing but the best. Have a great siesta and enjoy the beginning of the best year ever. Take care luv :)

  18. faith says:

    Turns out I needed to re enter my email to submit a comment which I would have noticed the first time around had I taken a moment to read the error! Can’t wait to see the pictures and hear all about it. Con is “bothering” me right now by giving me kisses which was cute but then somehow my nose was in his mouth and he bit down and wouldn’t let go. Ah fun. Now he’s crying in timeout. Fun fun fun. I better get dinner on and finish putting laundry away. Love you and enjoy your week.

  19. Ajan says:

    Enjoy your risky but awesome adventure!

  20. Jill says:

    OOO, I can’t wait to see what you are up to. God bless you!

  21. Can’t wait to hear all about it, my friend! You rock and I am blessed to have discovered your blog this year! Much love!

  22. coop says:

    i like this, friend.
    and i love your risk-taking heart.

  23. nicole says:

    fun

    the last couple of years have been so hard, so I’m going to rediscover some much-needed laughter :)

  24. Tonggu Momma says:

    You will be missed, Alece. Enjoy this time.

  25. Ellie says:

    Have fun! I’ll be mostly gone in Feb…. going inside, and so, likely, off-line, too.

  26. Hey – any chance you’re going to be in Nashville the first weekend of February??

  27. Jenny says:

    whooo hooo – you go girl!!

  28. Beth Wiley says:

    um…kinda excited! I must say…I truly look forward to reading your posts!!! and am thrilled that your taking such big risks….we should all do that!

  29. Jen Griffin says:

    I’m so happy for you and what all you are up too!! Can’t wait to see pictures! I will, however, really really miss you being online!

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