It is a beautiful sunny day in late June and I have spent the afternoon walking along the riverfront.
I have reminded myself that there are things that are out of my control.
It is a wonderful nutritious meal of salmon and apples and blueberries and strawberries and fresh cold water.
I have reminded myself to nourish myself because if I lose my health I lose everything.
It is realizing that I am only powerful enough to control my own life and that I am not responsible for the decisions of others.
I have reminded myself to care for me because if I don’t no one else will.
It is learning to continue to pursue my goals in spite of setbacks.
I have reminded myself that my goals matter and that I am important.
It is accepting myself as I am.
I have reminded myself that I am capable and that I am strong and that I will survive whatever I have to face because God is with me because I am his child.
It is about finding my self-worth.
It is about letting go of sadness.
It is about looking to the future with my heart turned towards happiness and hope.
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