I Decided...

I decided that no matter how rough my days are, I will always find some reason to still be grateful.
I decided that despite what comes my way, I will not lose sight of who I am and what I am worth.
I decided that regardless of what opposition I face, I ultimately have all the power I need to make my own decisions.
I decided that I am not trapped, I am free to navigate my own path, find my own way.
I decided that I need to be vocal, the ultimate advocate for myself and for my beliefs.
I decided that I have a gift. I am a gift. I am the present, and I have to work to protect my future.

My summer has been full of many lessons, a lot of fellowshipping and even more self-discovery. I've tried to open my mind past what I consider my reality. I have to dream big. I must continue to refuse mediocrity. I must shy away from settling. I can't let others influence my attitude, my thoughts or my character. Ah, so much has occurred in such a short time.

I decided that I will have a game plan. I won't overplan or over think, but I will be prepared & have my next move execute with perfection. On that same accord, I decided that even if things don't go as perfectly as I have planned The Lord will still protect me, and in the end I will still be strong, standing & victorious. Faith. I decided that I have to speak positively, I have to be positive. I have to trust in The Lord with all my heart & and stand firm in my belief that ultimately everything will work out exceptionally. I will laugh at my doubt. I'll have a testimony to share with everyone who will be willing to listen. I'll encourage someone else to press forward & my words will make a difference.

I decided that although I don't know my destiny, the universe is guiding me towards it. I may be living it now, and not realizing it, but it is inevitable. I have a destiny. Some higher purpose. A reason. I decided that even if that reason doesn't make sense to me just yet, one day it all will.

And, for that reason, I decided that I will keep going.

Regardless.