Journal Entries
I hope everyone is having a good day. It seems my granddaughter has quite a cough, and I’m praying it’s nothing contagious it’s that time of year. We have a lot of plans over the next few weeks and into December, all wonderful things.
We could also use a little prayer for my granddaughter’s hamster. She hasn’t been doing very well and doesn’t seem to be eating. It’s hard to watch because we love her so much. My kids had hamsters when they were younger, and while they loved them, they don’t tend to live very long. We’ve had this little one a couple of years now, so it’s sad to see her struggling. I’m praying she pulls through, and praying none of us start getting sick either I’m far too busy for all that nonsense right now! But whatever happens, we’ll deal with it.
Yesterday was a very special day for me the day I became a true member of my church. I’m now able to serve, and I love everything about that. I’ve realized something over these last few months: I have never experienced such kind-hearted, loving women and people in my life. Sometimes I get emotional thinking about it. I’ve been through so much hurt, mistreatment from all kinds of people, even family and relationships and yet this church, which I’ve been attending for just over three months, has shown me more kindness, compassion, and thoughtfulness than many in my past ever have.
It’s made me really reflect on my life. While I appreciate the people I do have around me, some have a lot of growing to do. And I’m not taking that burden on anymore. I’ve given it all to God, and He will handle it in His way. I refuse to be part of anything that isn’t rooted in kindness, love, and peace. I won’t participate in anything with negativity or evil attached. As a new person in Christ, I will not return evil with evil that is not who I am anymore.
Instead, I will continue to share the wisdom God is teaching me in hopes of inspiring others to change their lives too but with no pressure. Everyone has free will, and that’s between them and God. As for me, I am at peace. I’m still human, I still have days or moments that aren’t great, but overall, I am truly blessed by the people I do have and by the growth that’s happening, even in areas that still need work.
Today I’m planning to do a quick reset around the house. And I can’t believe a new Animal Crossing or update is coming out in January! I’ll definitely be getting the Switch 2. I already have three Switches one broken OG Switch I’ll never get rid of, plus my regular and the one before the newest but this new one is supposed to allow up to three islands on one system. I’m so excited! I’ve been doing a little bit of gaming here and there, but I’m super busy.
I’m also in the Word constantly. Between my Bible time, being active on my social media accounts, and dealing with this flare that makes sitting for long periods painful (and this computer chair definitely isn’t helping), I’m doing the best I can. It’s been two months dealing with this flare, but I’m staying positive, proud of myself, and feeling blessed through it all.
Just wanted to check in.
God bless you all. 💛