Time Over And

It’s gone.It’s over and never to be reclaimed.

The 365 days of the year 2023 are now history.

The holiday goodies have been digested and distributed,

Now on a quiet morning as the snow softly coats the window, I find time to analyze both what ended and what began in 2023.

Time to reflect on the good, the bad, and all those incredible moments life tucked into the 365 days we were blessed to share.

Some could be viewed two ways, either as a lesson or warning, And in dark moments, yes, reality can be heartbreaking,

My unexpected ride not in a chariot but EMS vehicle definitely belongs to the lesson category. My way of life has changed drastically and reaffirmed the need for caution if life is to continue, I have been given firm instructions about the need for discipline if I am to continue. I did not seek this admonition, but absolutely believe it falls into the category of answered prayers.

The incident also gave me a clarity of view about one of life’s losses. I was forced to accept the harsh reality of love lost and not to be regained, It is a scar that will not heal. One I will carry with me when that inevitable moment of adieu arrives,

And on the plus side I was granted the time to tell a story of love, loss and faith that was hidden for almost a century.

An unexpected plus was the amazing generosity of a friend who I have yet to meet (an ocean is our obstacle) who became my Irish editor. Helen Gallivan’s expertise and talent brought my words to life and allowed a long hidden saga of life and love to be shared through the magic of an ebook,

On this bleak January morning while I gaze out again at the the brewing storm, I give thanks for the lessons, the gift of friendship and most of all the time I was given during the Year of our Lord, 2023.

M prayer is that I remember to use it well.