Happy October all! Today begins my favorite part of the year. Every year I switch my scent (which perfume I use) to my favorite of all time which is Cup of Warmth from Bath and Body Works. This season brings so many great holidays (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years). The reason I love these times are for a few different reasons. First, I love the cold. I live in Florida, so when I say cold I mean that I won't immediately be sweating the second I walk outside and I might be able to wear long sleeves (which I love!). Second, I love the upcoming holidays. This year is going to be a little different since my grandfather passed away this year and he was always one of my favorite parts of these times, but I am going to celebrate none-the-less and I know he will celebrating with me.
I don't know what it is about this time of year that really makes me so joyful. I feel like at this time of year I start being more ambitious, I become more willing to take chances. Maybe it's the change of summer to winter (since I live in Florida we don't really experience a fall and spring). The summer is so slow and chill where the winter is fast and full of activities. Even more so, maybe it is just my love for the small things like the color of the leaves changing or the smell of pumpkin spice and cinnamon apple. It's the joy of little kids hanging Christmas lights and the laughter from families sharing dinner on Thanksgiving. It's the stress of working retail and the excitement of buying Christmas gifts for the people I love. It is cherishing the small moments and realizing how important those times are.
As October brings a new season, I recognize all the changes happening in my life right now. I am definitely in a transition period in my life (though I guess I have felt that way for the past year or so) but I am working two jobs and going to school full time. I am looking to buy a new car. I am starting a new volunteer role leading a youth bible study. I started writing this blog more seriously. I started making healthier choices in my life, physically, emotionally, and mentally. I am learning what self-care is and that loving myself sometimes means making decision that are best for me and not others. This is definitely a changing of times for me and I couldn't be more excited! I am learning who I am and who I want to be and the impact I want to have.
So, welcome October, I am ready for you and I cannot wait for all the great moments, breathe-taking experiences, and the many moments of laughter. Let this next chapter begin!
Jeremiah 29:11 day 14
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