This year, I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude. There are so many things I’m thankful for—blessings that seemed unending, many of which I never even expected. Looking back, it’s hard to believe how much has happened. I remember how 2024 began for me, with a whirlwind of emotions: hope that things would fall into place, frustration when they didn’t, heartbreak that I didn’t see coming, and so many dreams that felt both exciting and daunting. Now, as this year draws to a close, I’m filled with a deep sense of gratefulness—thankful to God for His unwavering love and endless grace.

As the year closes, I’m working on letting go. It’s not easy. There are things—old wounds, unresolved emotions, and even grudges—that I’m still holding onto. Some of them are petty, and though I wish I could simply leave them behind, I know it’s a process. I’m only human, after all. Letting go of the hurt caused by people who’ve wronged me or the irritation from those who test my patience isn’t something that happens overnight. But I’m learning to rise above it, to let these things pass through me without consuming me.

When I think about 2025, I feel hopeful. I want to step into the new year with a bigger heart, a stronger spirit, and a more forgiving mindset. I want to embrace growth, even when it’s uncomfortable, and aim to be the best version of myself—not for anyone else but for me. I know it won’t be perfect, but that’s okay. It’s not about perfection; it’s about progress.

Here’s to a new year of becoming, of healing, and of showing up for myself in ways I never have before. Prayers for my family, friends, and for all the people I hold dear in my heart. May this new year bring peace, love, and endless blessings to everyone I cherish. 

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