To myself on my birthday,
The past year was an interesting one to say the least. Huge changes; some in your control most out of your control. You are still processing and healing therefore, it will be necessary to charge yourself with certain resolves. You usually do this, but not publicly. You are doing this because tomorrow is not promised, and you will be blessed to have another birthday. So here you go:
- Drink more water- you know why.
- Take more walks. You feel better after, it’s therapeutic.
- Memorize more scripture, they need to become your prayers.
- Embrace the chisel. That could either be grief or patience. The Lord will show you according to His will. Maybe you will have more peace about what your wrestling God with right now. You are still lamenting. Crying and asking a lot of questions. You may not the answers, but God has heard you.
- Call your friends more, before you regret it. Be the friend you need and have needed this past year.
- Take more pictures, you will cherish them. You already regret not taking enough.
- Become more financially literate. Use all your tools and resources. Your student loans are almost paid off. Your 50-year goals are getting closer.
Hopefully, by your next birthday your husband will be in the same country as you. A lot can happen in a year. Remember the author of time is also the author of your life. Trust in Him. Your story is not like anyone else’s. Becoming older every year is a privilege, each day is gift; don’t waste it.
-2024 Marianna
Mo and Mar 