2021 The Winds of Change

 

Whew, what a relief to be out of 2020! A year that was so hard for so many. A year that leveled me to the core and knocked the wind out of me. The deaths of seven people, in a span of six months, who had a significant impact on my life, including my best friend of 49 years. She and her husbands were both lost to COVID 19. Like most people, I obeyed the lockdown and followed the instructions to wear a mask, wash my hands and maintain social distance when in public. Was I obeying instructions, or was I hiding out? It was a little of both. Waves of depression caught me and held me tight; I stayed indoors.

The realization of self determination hit me by year’s end. I literally woke up one day in early December feeling lighter and very optimistic. Literally, I woke up from a dream laughing; literally laughed myself awake. As I rose, these were my first words: “Today is going to be a good day.” It was, and the winds of positive change are here.

Hello my friend 2021. This is a milestone year. The year of my 60^th circle around the Sun, should God say the same. Though some of the same problems exist; what has changed is my attitude. I am not a victim! I am a survivor and God has GREAT THINGS in store for me! So, this year begins with a high level of expectation. I embrace the changes and challenges and I thank God for it all. Every challenge overcome gives testimony to God’s faithfulness, grace, and mercy. Every opportunity for positive change, reflects His love for me.

Loving myself as I am at this moment. Realizing that I am enough. A new start as a freelance journalist, recommittal to my Mary Kay business, seriously focusing on improving my health and walking closer to God; holding to His hand and feasting on His word. Come on 2021 LET’S GET TO IT!