Wednesday, May 20, 2015

#WriterWednesday: One Year Ago Today

According to Facebook, one year ago today I had just returned from my beach vacation with my sisters and Mom.... On this blog, http://chellyzlife.blogspot.com/2014/05/living-that-beach-bum-life-my.html the pictures tell a story of love and friendship between my sisters and I.

One year ago, I was in the same boat. Living at home, looking for just the right job but willing to do just about anything to have a job in general, and working on my book. Today, I'm still in the same boat but now I've finished school and no longer owe Saint Leo anything, not a dime or ounce more of my time. Yesterday, I finished my novel after 3 years of strenuous work and self-doubt. Lately, I've been a little down at the fact that I've realized so many girls I know now are married and have started families of their own (including girls from high school who mocked me when I told them that I believed true love is real).

Isn't it funny how things change but things also still appear to look the same?

Yet, things have changed.

I got smarter.
My heart grew a bit harder and eventually stronger.
I finally let go and walked away.
I accomplished one of my life goals of graduating from college.
I accomplished another by writing a book that will speak to millions.
I may not have a job but I put positive efforts toward my future every day.
I've become more merciful toward others because I've gone through similar things.
And in the midst of all these things, I've learned that trusting God is the only real thing I can do.

Until next time, remember: I'm living proof that grace always wins. -Matthew West

I'd love to hear how you've grown as a person in the comments below. Any change big or small is proof of growth. Celebrate it.


Love Times Infinity,
Chelsea
xoxo
God Bless!
~Just Keep Swimming~



4 comments:

  1. Oh, what a year could do. So much changes. And I'm glad that in your case, they're for the better. Good job in making them, even the hard times work for your advantage. Attagirl, Chelsea!

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    1. Thanks Lux. Looking at everything in a positive light is the way to a happy life.

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  2. This time last year I was so worried about the future. Now, I realize that everything happens in its time. I'm in a much happier place now!

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    1. That's great to hear! Yeah once you realize that, happiness comes that much easier every day. :)

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