As I sit alone
tonight, sipping on red wine in a recycled coke can, I find my heart full of
joy. I'm reflecting back on 23 & ready to welcome 24 tomorrow. This birthday is unlike any from my
past.
I'm writing by
candlelight. I'm living alone. I'm the furthest away from home than I've ever
been. I'm not surrounded by friends and family. I made myself a carrot cake
from scratch. I have no big birthday events planned. It's opposite from
anything I've ever known. It's different. And I like it.
Despite the change,
I still find that I have so much to celebrate.
*the comfort I feel
from the familiarity of a small village
*the way faces light
up with a smile to greet me
*the chance to make
an impact
*the opportunity to
follow my dreams
*the time I have to
listen, learn, watch, and love
*the ability to
empower others
*the responsibility
to be a good role model
*the love I give
& receive
*the gift of a new
day & a new chapter in life
*the awareness that
nothing is permanent
*the insight &
perspective that humbles me
*the fight to stand
up for what I believe in
*the strength to
overcome the most challenging situations
*the desire to
continually improve upon my character
*the hope for a
better future
*the joy in the
little moments that matter
*the faith that
there is a plan… for me & everything else in life
What more could a
girl ask for?
Less really is more.
24… I'm ready.
Love & Light,
TMV
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