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2019 Was A Trip


Before the fireworks go off and cry for joy fill the air signalling the beginning of a new year and a new decade, I decided to pen down my resolutions for the year ahead.
However, before I write my resolution I decided to tell everyone about my friendship with the year 2019.  Although it took the entire 365 days for me to recognize the impact the year had on me, I am glad I do now.

2019 charged at me like a beast and I was unprepared to defend myself. I tried my usual ignore it until it goes away tactic but  2019 came stronger. I was smoked out of my hole and I came running out whining and complaining about how unfair the year was treating me.

2019 shook me so hard until I was fully awake. This way I was reminded that I am awesome.
 I was allowed to cry, breakdown, hold my breath, be filled with uncertainty as long as I kept moving.

Looking back at those days of lessons I am grateful that I journeyed with 2019.  I was always out of my comfort zone to the point that it no longer feels like home. I resolve to finish the good work that started in 2019. Cheers to continuity and a big cheers to 2020!!!
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  1. Unknown2 January 2020 at 09:02

    Well written dear
    It was as though you read my mind. 2019 was really a tough year and am glad we made it through. Keep the fire burning

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