Writing

Dear God,

For the first time in many months I feel free to relax. The stress of financial burdens has been lifted because the Social Security was approved. Some of my physical problems are being taken care of by doctors who have great dispositions. Even though I'm still battling for food stamps and medicaid, that will eventually have to come to a close and hopefully it will be in my favor. Thank you for all of these answered prayers.

I am enjoying the sunshine. It's amazing how much a blue sky and a cool breeze can rejuvenate a wintry soul. The tulips, lilacs and other spring flowers are colorful and fragrant. I feel your presence everywhere.

Today, I'm going to have a good day. Some of that is letting it be a good day and some of it is letting go of things I have no control over. Some of it is making good decisions for myself and some of it is saying no to things that will prevent me from reaching goals. It started with a wonderful conversation with my sister Laurie and will continue as the hours pass.

Lord, I no longer want to live in a false success I visualize in my head. I want that success to be realized in the here and now no matter how long it takes. You've given me the time and you've given me the tools. As Alcoholics Anonymous says, "If it is to be it's up to me." And just for today, it's a healthy place to be.