Determined. Determination describes me
perfectly. I am determined every day of my life. Determined to wake
up and conquer another difficult day. When I think of determination
I think of a strong young tree determined to grow in the harshest
Missouri winters. The tree withstands below freezing temperatures,
and hot sizzling, drought-filled, summers to grow old, strong and
purposeful, giving shade and protection for living species. If I
remain determined, I will grow old admiring the once young tree, as I
write my first novel about the tree and myself.
Free. I have the freedom to believe
any way I choose. I am free to become anyone I am capable of being.
To be free is an amazing privilege. There are so many children, not
only in the world, but in our small little town of Bevier, that are
not free. They are held captive behind abuse, neglect or both. They
are not free to make mistakes and rise above, because no one is
watching over them. I know that I am free to be whatever I am,
knowing, my family and my God are there to love me and stand by me
through the hardships of my life.
Happy. I feel like sunshine glistening
on the ripples of a small creek as it flows into a mountain lake. As
the ripples are flowing over the rocks in its path, they are
symbolizing my life bouncing along. The rocks, or obstacles may be
small or large, each with enormous consequences, but the water and I
eventually find our way around each life lesson bringing us to the
lake, contentment. Without these obstacles, the water would rush
quickly to its destination, enjoying the ride for such a short time.
Happily, I am making the long ride with the heat of God’s sun
shining on me through it all.
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