Lord,
I’m grateful for
Your love
Protection
Even when
I’m scared
Angry
Or fear
Missing out
On the good things
In this life
Friday five
A garden grown salad
My favorite tech accessories to track my health
Good books
Good weather
Perspective
Your turn?
Love yourself and one another
Savoring cooler temperatures
And cool breezes
Are comforting
My soul
In only
A way
He can
In this minute
Awareness hits
That control
The one
I’ve sought
Is no longer
Available
For minds
To comprehend
Dreaming of
White sands
Blue waters
Red bikinis
And a plate
Of fresh fruit
And coconut juice
What are you eating?
What are you making?
What are you buying?
What are you reading?
Any summer trips planned?
A little linen
A little lace
On a tea length
Dress with
A ballet flat
Of red suede
Is making
This rainy day
Full of whimsy
And hope
Sunday thoughts
Grateful for you all
Loving citrus
Loving comfy clothes
Love being barefoot
Good books are good for the soul
Your turn?
Yesterday, at the doctor’s office, I got a reality check. The fact is no matter how healthy I get, I will always have Cerebral Palsy so I need to continue to be mindful. I need to eat even better, drink more water and double my protein intake. I was reminded that I have limits. It’s not a bad thing. It’s just a reality. Reality doesn’t change even when change is initiated.
I have to be smarter. Rest when needed. My body only has so many hours that it functions optimally. At 41, I need to take naps during the day. I will continue on the journey of health because I will benefit. I just can’t continue pushing my body to its breaking point. The reality of my life is that to outwardly look like a functioning human being, it takes a village to keep me upright.
I’d rather be exceptional for at three hours than miserable for a whole day. I’ve been given tools to do this. God knew what I’d need, and he didn’t scrutinize me with as much contempt as I do myself.
I’m having to learn to give kindness and acceptance of self. Yesterday, I got a reality check. One I didn’t want, but desperately needed.
Love yourself and one another.
