Its been so long. My... how I missed blogosphere! Its been the craziest few months of my life. I keep saying it that living in Joburg has been the biggest blessing in my life. On a daily basis I wake up with a grateful heart. It hasn't been easy but through the copious challenges I have grown exponentially and these have made me a better person, friend, employee and child of God.
I started a new job in April and have never looked back. Its been a tough but rewarding environment. I have had a few meltdowns but again I was being stretched for something bigger and far greater than what I could possibly imagine.
I have been so busy and on the move with working long hours, church, friends and family. I have been so exhausted over the last month that I could barely get out of bed. I decided that last weekend and this weekend I would stay at home. This weekend I have a very good excuse... I am the woman with issue of blood.
Someone once said that rest can be one of the most spiritual things you can do. I am in complete agreement. Having stayed in doors this weekend has done wonders for me. I'm even blogging! I'm going to be more selfish with my time. Check out more so I can give more.
Recently I joined the gym. I weighed myself last week and discovered that I lost 11kgs (22 pounds) since the beginning of the year. I'm happy with that loss and I'm not even thinking about how much more needs to be done. I've changed how I eat. I incorporated paleo aspects into my diet. I love discovering these new foods. I have never been more excited to eat vegetables before.
I am also currently training for my first 10km for my birthday. So its been an interesting ride.
I feel like I am being elevated into a new season. God is taking me into a season of living life and no more being in survival mode. Its uncomfortable because I am not used to this but I surrender and put my complete trust in Him alone.
Oprah wrote a beautiful piece reflecting on her 60 years of being alive and she said 'one thing I know is that God is for us'.
It really is a new season... Life is a gift... It owes you nothing... It is to be enjoyed in the good and in the bad... It is your choice to rise above and see the blessings.
Xo
ML
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