Moving Forward

Growing up, I was a natural explorer and hiker. In fact, I always felt closest to God in nature, on a hike. Many of those who have known me a while, know that in my 20's and even early 30's, I enjoyed backpacking. With goals early on of hiking the AT, the Grand Canyon, the Alps, and trails all over Colorado, New Mexico, Canada and of course, Texas.  Always on the move, striving, and learning to test my limits, to persist, and overcome. As I grew older, I learned the weight of gravity after a long climb. I would often share with my sons that as the hardest part, the descent after the summit. In fact, my knees, joints, etc. would just be in so much pain climbing down from a mountain.  For the majority of my adult life, I have been very purpose and passion driven. Often, I would spend years working on a higher cause or purpose beyond myself and pouring so much into others or causes. I am so grateful for all of the opportunities afforded to me. I have never been one to not achieve...

 Continuing with the idea of cultivating a mind-shift toward positive thinking through deep reflection, I am going to keep journaling on gratitude.  Day 31:  Our pastor and his wife are such a blessing to both Billy Jack and me. They are both so very wise at such a young age, offer our community hope, and serve as a great mentor and friend to both Billy Jack and me. Yesterday they gifted us a book, which I am so very grateful for. Glad we began and ended our 2024 with our church family. They are a blessing to us.  Day 32: NYE 2024… This year produced so many miracles, brought healing, peace, and introduced me to so many new friends. I’m so grateful if the outcomes and the journey. Day 33:  Happy New Year!!! I cannot believe it is 2025. Grateful to greet a new year, fresh start, a new day! It’s also Zeke’s 22nd birthday. So grateful he’s in our life. It’s sunny outside and we have the entreat of the week to recharge.  Day 34: Billy Jack and I still have 4 da...