I woke up early one morning with $40 dollars in my pocket and a tough choice. I had to decide between food, which at the time primarily meant alcohol, or gas. I sat there wondering how I got here and what I should do. All I could do was think about how I had nothing. Praying for some sign of hope, my phone rang. I was offered an opportunity that could change everything for me. This was the possibility I needed to completely change my situation. From having nothing to being put in a position to change my life. I was so thankful and appreciative.
A couple weeks after receiving that phone call. I made a decision that almost cost me everything. Just as fast as that opportunity was given to me it could have been taken away. I was devastated. All I could do was pray. Fast forward a couple of months. I was able to take advantage of that opportunity and things seem to be going well. That all changed when I received another phone call. This time is was about my mother’s health. I hung up the phone, and right then and there I knew my mother was dying. It was a tough realization to come too. Should I say something? Am I wrong for feeling the way I do? Was I strong enough to handle her death?
My mother did pass a couple months later and I was and still am lost at times. The point of all this is, life is a constant roller coaster. It’s full of ups and downs highs and lows. Sometimes you know exactly what’s coming and you are prepared; other times you have no idea what twist or turn is coming. Sometimes you say a prayer close your eyes and hope for the best.
Twenty eighteen was one of the best and worst years of my life. I triumphed while also dealing with tragedy. Crazy as it sounds, I’m thankful for it all. Of course there are somethings I wish I would have done differently and some situations I wish would have turned out differently. All in all, I’m thankful for these experiences. They have helped shape me into who I am today. Learn from your tragedies and triumphs. Let those lessons, bumps, and bruises shape you into the person you want to be.
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