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AUGUST BREAK



Dear Reader,

If you're in the Western World, I hope that you're enjoying Summer and if you are somewhere else in the world, I do hope that you are keeping well and maximizing the moment in a world that's become more topsy turvy than ever. 

I thought Covid would be a thing of the past by now. Sadly it's on the rise in many places. An absolute bummer! Regardless, I'm grateful for the vaccines and the return to normalcy in the part of the world where I live.

I took a break this month. I changed my environment after a long period of time and for an extended period too.

When I decided to embark on my trip, I wasn't in a good headspace. There was turmoil going on inside me. There was a war in me that threatened to erupt like Mount Vesuvius.

You know when you're seeking God's will in the place of prayer and his answer is painful and not what you thought?

Have you ever dealt with the pain of a dashed expectation? I blamed myself over and over as I thought that I should have had a better insight into the situation that had me upset.

I learned something :

1. Trust your intuition

2. Stop second-guessing yourself 

3. Never ascribe worth to anyone who has not proven their worth to you

4. Learn to keep your emotions in check 

5. Seek God first and gain clarity before making a move; any move at all, be it a career move, decisions on relocation, new relationships, etc.

I got to spend time with family during my trip and oh, what a pure delight that was. 

What did my trip open me up to? The need for a reset and several key decisions that I need to make in my life.

I came to the realization that everything I need right now is on the other side of fear. Like a dear friend told me recently, don't let fear deter you. Don't let fear be the reason why you will not grab the opportunity that has been given to you. 

I also learned that when a door of opportunity opens up, prayerfully consider it and take it. That opportunity you have now will not always be there. Making the most of our time and every opportunity presented to us is key.

One more thing. Family is everything. Love them, treat them well. Although I get that there may be a need to create boundaries with some people. Do what you need to but let everything you do be from a place of love and not malice or retaliation. 

I look forward to a new beginning. My mantra right now is Out with the Old and In with the New!

I sincerely apologize for putting Bibi on hold. I had to resolve my inner turmoil. One thing I can say is that I'm back refreshed and ready to serve you a great story. Sit back, relax and please, still tell your friends to tell their friends.


Cheers!







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