Bring It On

"Tomorrow's another day, and I'm thirsty anyway...-so bring on the rain."- Jo Dee Messina

Well, it's been one hell of a week. I try not to dwell on negativity, but karma has seen fit to push me down, kick me in the gut, and turn its back with a chuckle. I haven't the energy to recount the angst filled saga that has hog-tied me these past 168 or so hours, but I will say this: no one died. It's been a minor setback here, a slight stumbling block there, interspersed with trivial obstacles and petty misfortune. I'm not going to lie, my determination and confidence level have wavered. I must keep reminding myself of a lesson from the past two classes I took at church. That is, when we attempt to change, Ego jumps in with a desperate attempt to preserve the 'old way'. We will encounter barriers and Ego will perch itself in our ear, telling us "you see, this will never work. It just isn't meant to be. You can't do this because you're not good enough, and furthermore, you don't deserve it." The trick is shrugging that noise off, ignoring it and pressing onward. Listen closely for the voices that are supporting you, cheering you on, especially the ones that come from within. Really, the only one who has to believe in me is me. I am so thankful for the support of family and friends, but faith in myself is all I require to keep going. God put the desire, the dream, -the passion in my heart. He planned for me to succeed. That gives me all the faith I need.