Gratitude February – Day 18

Today I’m thankful for…

Rest!

I took the day off work today, just to get some rest! I have a few outstanding vacation days from last year and I intend using them all! When you work at a fast-paced organization or team it’s easy to feel like things won’t go on smoothly if you take some time off, but trust me you’re not indispensable.

I fell into this trap last year, putting off my vacation days because I didn’t want to return to a backlog of emails and tasks.

I understand that it can be hard to take time off work when you don’t get paid days off, or have to pick that additional shift for extra income. I pray that if that’s your current situation this season passes quickly and you can take that much-needed break.

This year I’m prioritizing rest and taking days like these just to relax on the couch and watch cartoons with my little bestie, publish a blog post, do a little cleaning, and listen to some audio books (I struggle to enjoy audio books by the way). And it’s okay if I do return to a backlog of emails and tasks, la vie continue!

What are you thankful for today?

Gratitude February – Day 16

Today I’m thankful for…

My 9-5 job!

For the income and opportunities it has provided me, and for the people I’ve met along the way.

What are you thankful for today?

Gratitude February – Day 15

Today I’m thankful for…

My BCA family!

The way we’re so excited to see each other, and never seem to run out of fun memories. The way we show up for each other, and support one another through the good and through the curve balls life throws. The way our senses of humor are so in sync.

I’m thankful for you all, and to have spent those formative 6 years of secondary school with you. You’re not just friends, you’re family.

And to those who have left us along the way, continue to rest in perfect peace 🙏

In loving memory of my dear Emeka.

Gratitude February – Day 14

Today I’m thankful for…

My husband!

For allowing me to thrive, and for constantly pushing me to be the best version of myself.

For always always putting me first! For taking Daddy duties so seriously. For doing the heavy lifting when it comes to chores, with no complaints whatsoever.

And for 5 years and counting of making me yummy smoothies 🍹

What are you thankful for today?

Gratitude February – Day 13

Today I’m thankful for…

New opportunities!

A new opportunity came our way as a family, something we’ve earnestly prayed for and our hearts are filled with thanksgiving.

What are you thankful for today?

Gratitude February – Day 12

Today I’m thankful for…

Books!

Books make me so happy! The way they transport you to places you’ve never physically been to, and immerse you in cultures so diverse and so rich. The way they enlighten and entertain and get you so attached to a character.

It’s a chill weekend here, and today’s read is James Clear’s Atomic Habits.

What are you currently reading, and what are you thankful for?

Gratitude February – Day 10

Today I’m thankful for…

Growth!

Physical, emotional, spiritual, in finances, in my career, and in my family.

Growth isn’t something I think of consciously, but I find myself making a decision and think ‘Wow! I’m solving better problems.’

What are you thankful for today?