The Reason Why

Every year, I take a big break (Jan. 1st - Easter) from Facebook. Many have asked me why I do this and my response is always the same: I need a break from the socials for my sanity. Unfortunately, there is more to the story than what I have stated... This time of year has me facing grief and depression. I will not be discussing those situations, but they have caused me to gain weight in the past. Dealing with heartbreak and pain is something I like to face alone or with my family. I am an open book in many respects, but not when it comes to these broken pieces of my heart...

Starting the Lenten season early is a time of prayer and reflection for me. It helps me remember the wonderful family and friends that are no longer here and helps focus my relationship with God. Taking a break from the socials will help me navigate this season and keep me grounded in my faith. Realizing why I let my health get out of control helps me to stay the course and I will search for new ways to process my grief. This time will give me direction and help me find peace for the rest of the year. We all have things we deal with and this is how I have chosen to deal with mine.

It is difficult to deal with past pain, but if I didn't I would not heal. Learning from those hard times that once defined me and seeing the direction God leads now is where I want to focus. Facing these things head on takes courage and determination and when I come out of this season, I will be stronger for it.

I will still be blogging, but will not be posting on the socials until after Easter. You can check back here to see those posts. I hope you all have a Happy New Year that brings joy and peace to your family and you. Sending a great big hug with lots of love to you all!!!

1 Corinthians 1:3-4- "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God."