A room with a view. This was my view from my hospital bed in December. Beautiful sunsets, beaming lights, life happening at a high rate of speed… and me, waiting, watching, wondering. Will this be the day, will I get great news, will I go home today? The devil has been so busy in 2017, I didn’t know what to think! I looked back out of that window to the heavens and a calmness came over me and then a certain warmth that seemed to wrap itself around my belly…I am going to be alright!
As we welcome in 2018, I am so blessed to see another year after the devil has been so busy! I’ve remained faithful and driven and my God doesn’t disappoint! As I stared out of the window, I thought about and reflected on how far God has brought me. I thought about the possibilities outside of that window, what God has in his hands for me. It took me a long time to realize that I am here because HE wants me here, HE needs me here, in sickness and in health! I still have work to do, more to accomplish, people to help.
As I vacated room 378, I did not make any resolutions, nor did I make any promises to myself, but I did think about how I will do things differently, live differently and attempt to take more risks and accomplish what I dared not to even fathom a year ago. Through sickness and in health, I’ve had opportunities to really think about my life and what I want for me and my family. You know, facing uncertainties will make you really take the time to do lots of things!!! This year, just like every new year is an opportunity to make changes. Of course, you can make these changes throughout the year, however, there is something about January 1st that provides procrastinators with another chance! I am living my “another chance”!
As I close this first post for 2018, I would like to take a risk and end with a challenge. I challenge anyone who has read any of my posts to comment on this post, what you will do differently, what risk will you take, and/or how will you act differently in the new year?
Enjoy a wonderful 2018 and make every day a New Year! I look forward to providing more information, inspiration, humor, and tips in the new year.
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Michelle I would take more time to rest and pay attention to my body. I would change my eating habits!!!
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Katrina, rest is always the best way to stay healthy and gives you time to pay attention to your body. When we keep moving and working so hard, it’s very easy to ignore and/or deny changes in our bodies! Our generation, in particular needs to pay attention to what we are putting in our bodies. We grew up with the introduction to microwaves, processed meals, pesticides and artificial growth of poultry. There are so many new cases of cancer that out run the race for a cure! Eating more healthy AND washing our fruits and veggies thoroughly will keep us healthy! Thank you for acceptance the challenge! All the BEST😊💗
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