40 days to 40, its here!

Here I am.  I made it!  What have I learned from this 40 day journey?  I think  I learned what it was like to spend more time in God's word and prayer.  I learned how to be grateful and appreciate those around me especially to what's true and authentic.
Its been interesting to say the least.  Some days I just didn't feel like writing or communicating.   I was too tired, or discouraged.   Some days I couldn't think of what or how I'd come up with anything to say, but then at the very moment, God just speaks to me and gives  me the words.  Amazing how He does that!   In case you're wondering, I used a forty day devotional from my 'you version' bible app to lead me.  So instead of me   taking a Bible verse to fit what I wanted to say, I'd have to reflect and meditate on the reading that was given to me that day and  how I'd apply that to my life and post for that day.   I was taking the Holy Spirit's leading.  This is not always an easy thing to do.  Most times, I just wanted to do my own thing.  I like to think of it as an exercise, getting into the habit of shutting out the world and just meditating and listening to God's voice.  This can really strengthen your faith.  

So let's talk numbers, shall we?
93- days since I had my last drink
14,600 -days I've been on this earth.
5,475 days  since I gave my life to Christ
5,108 -days I've been married
40-  days I continuously wrote something daily and bore my soul for all the world to see.

I'd like to thank my readers,....., all three of 'em.   No, but seriously, thank you to those that were supporting me and praying for me.   You kept me going on this journey.  My husband, I can't thank enough.  He is my number one fan and continues to inspire me everyday.

I'll probably continue on with this blog, but on a weekly basis (I'm not that crazy) so look out for that. 

So reflecting on what I wrote on the first day, I did not freak out from unrealized goals or my impending doom of my own mortality.    I believe I've learned from my mistakes and continue to do so.   I believe God has a purpose for me and He has a purpose for you too.  Birthdays are a blessing!  They are a reminder that you and I were created uniquely by God for a very special purpose.  It is a gift that's meant to be shared.  
Looking back, even in my short 40 years, I can't help but think what a long strange trip it's been.  And there's so much more!  So this  HOPEful girl is just going to  keep truckin'.

There is still no cure for the common birthday.  --John Glenn