Happy Thursday. I hope you had a blessed Christmas holiday and remembered to honor the Lord Jesus Christ, enjoying family and friends this season.

I learned today that a resident passed on. In the mid-seventies, things had become difficult because of medication insurance coverage. Aging is a part of this site’s dialogue. As we move into our senior years, we must take care of business if we desire to leave no complications for our family members. Grief will be enough. My condolences to the family. I pray that this person made peace with the earthly things.

I remember after submitting my retirement paperwork, the reality of my mortality hit me like a ton of bricks. Part of me committed to enjoying this last part of my life. Another part of me is questioning where the time went. I remember the experience of turning sixteen. I couldn’t wait. The whole world was before me and I expected to make a big difference. I will say that fifty years later, I still desire to make a difference.

Remembering the pivotal turning points: twenty-one, thirty, thirty-five, forty, etc. I could go on. Now I have a better take on what that difference is. My heart is to encourage others to enjoy life. Growing and developing to positively influence those around you is important. Impact the younger generation.

However, the. most important thing is to develop your relationship with the Lord. Since our souls are immortal, there is a next place. Whether or not you believe in eternity, everyone faces a day with the Lord. An advocate for growing and improving, I believe these are necessary for a good life. But, my decision that my heart belongs to the Lord has been challenging yet fulfilling.

I am excited about what the Lord has upcoming. I plan to enjoy it while I can.

Be blessed.