This has been a very difficult year for me. It’s been a year of grief and loss. At the end of January my very best friend died of her battle with breast cancer. It totally knocked the wind out of my sails. It’s nothing like I have ever experienced. I have shed so many tears this year. I’m so glad she does not have to suffer anymore. I still don’t know why God needed her home.
My dad went into care middle of September. It was a very difficult time for my mom and him. It’s so hard to watch someone you love slip away with dementia. I felt like I was losing the only sad I have ever known. He’s still there inside but it’s been really hard.
Some amazing things have happened as well. I have the most amazing teacher. She’s like the kindergarten teacher that every child wants. I love how she has me part of that class. I feel so loved. She’s an awesome teacher and I love what she teaches the children everyday. My class is really good this year and we are a good team.
I was able to finish my memoirs which have been ongoing which seems like forever. I also am moving forward with my life and putting myself first.
I believe this season of grief is coming to an end and I’m looking forward to 2024. I’m excited to see what it will bring. I want to feel happy and joy again in my life. Maybe Joy will be one of my words. I need some of that in my life.
5 months ago I became an Associate with an amazing business. I’m learning a lot about health and wellness and I’m learning a lot about how to build a successful business. I’ve met some awesome people and I will continue to do that. I’m all about giving back to others and helping people. That’s why I love this opportunity to help others. I feel blessed.
I’m wanting to write more in 2024. I recently met a local woman who is a Christian author and an editor and she has encouraged me to write more. She’s got an amazing gift of interpretation of people’s writings. I hope I can take more of her writing classes.
Throughout this past year I have learned how important friends are. I have such amazing ones that support me through it all. The ones that are there no matter what. Family also is very important to me. My mom is an amazing lady and I’m so glad that I’ve been able to spend time with her on the weekends. I’m so blessed to have her in my life.
I find gratitude in my life each day and it outweighs the tough days so much. There is so much gratitude out there. Embrace it today. What are you grateful for?
Beauty from Ashes. 