Embracing your journey

Hard days will always come. That’s just life. But remember—those days don’t define you.

The good days? They’ll come too. When they do, enjoy them fully. Soak in the joy. And when the hard days return, let those good memories remind you that better moments are always possible.

Life is a mix—a dance of highs and lows. But it’s how you choose to live through those moments that truly shapes who you are and who you become.

I once read a story about a father and his two sons. The father was, by all accounts, a terrible dad—abusive, alcoholic, the kind of man most would never want to emulate. His two sons grew up with the same example, but their lives took drastically different paths.

The first son became a reflection of his father—angry, addicted, and bitter. He hated what his father stood for, but rather than rise above it, he believed that’s all he could become. He became his father. 

The second son made a different choice. He became everything his father was not—kind, responsible, and determined to break the cycle. He refused to touch alcohol, not out of fear, but out of purpose. He had seen the damage and chose a different road. 

Same upbringing. Same father. Two completely different outcomes. Why? Because life isn’t just about what happens to you—it's about how you respond to it.

Not every test in life will be hard, but you’ve got to prepare, stay committed, and keep doing the work. That’s how you make it through with grace.

Whatever you're going through, know this: you are not alone. Look around. You have family, friends, and most importantly—you. You’re still here, still breathing, still capable. Tap into that strength deep within you. Lean on God. And believe this: no matter how long or dark the tunnel, there is always light at the end.

You are loved. Absolutely.

Do all these things; but most important, love each other. Love is what holds you all together in perfect unity.- Colossians 3:14

I'll leave you with this quote that means a lot to me - "In the darkest moments, the smallest spark of hope can guide the way".