OCTOBER 21st…AND COUNTING

I’ve been thinking a lot about this day…To me, my birthday has always been a very private thing. I rarely celebrate on my actual date of birth because for some reason, to me that’s not what it’s for. For me, it is my day where I simply take a moment and reflect on what I know now…

I’ve learned a lot in this first year without my mother. The biggest lesson I believe is I’ve learned exactly how strong I am. I knew one day she would leave this Earth – but I was never able to see past that. I genuinely had no idea how I would ever survive without her…And now I know that I would not only survive, but thrive.

I’ve learned that if you are good to the world, the world will return in kind…

I’ve learned that being who you are – holding fast to your own beliefs, goals, missions, needs – In a world that constantly wants you to conform to trends, is probably the most difficult and the most fulfilling things you can do.

I’ve learned that eating large amounts of cheese pizza will cause my booty to jiggle in ways that only dudes from the hood can appreaciate…This was not a pleasant lesson.

I’ve learned that trying something – and failing is SO much better than never attempting it at all.

I’ve learned that leaving to fulfill a purpose isn’t leaving, it’s reaching.

I’ve learned that fear and distrust are one and the same.

I’ve learned that while I may not be there in person – those that I love, know I am there in their hearts.

I’ve learned the power of a hug, a smile and a simple ‘hello’.

And most importantly, I think I’ve learned this year that my life will be as good as I allow it to be.

I am so BLESSED. And I am SO grateful.

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