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Final early morning walk of 2021

On December 29th, I went for my final early morning walk of 2021. I wanted to see the sunrise from the beach in all its splendour. During this walk, I discovered they had made changes for the holiday season that I was unaware of. I stopped running to inspect these decorations, mesmerized by their effort and beauty. That wasn’t the only thing that piqued my interest. The early morning sea breeze was peaceful. It’s something I enjoy feeling whenever I go for random morning walks or runs. While dragging, I find peace by watching the waves wash up on the shore.  With the green trees, because we had a lot of rain in early December. Just eye candy for me.

Even though I was unable to watch the sunrise on the beach as planned due to my dislike of early morning sand insects. Still when sprinting along the sidewalks, I was able to see the bring yellow ball. It was breath-taking. It reminded me why I adored and admired nature.

Just the entrance

©️2022 Anita Johnson

Don’t be a pessimist be an optimist

The scariest thing is forgetting why I started in the first place.

This thought came to me, and I reflected and the times. I have heard the quote: “when you feel like quitting, remember why you started.” I guess that triggered something in me, because what if I lose sight of why I started. You see, sometimes I wonder what I would be like when I accomplish all my dreams.  Would I forget my reason for starting? Would I get lost in all the glitter and gold?

For me, it is a great accomplishment to achieve all my dreams, but at the same time, there is an eerie voice that keeps me wondering. When I get to the top, will I forget the bottom?  And it is all up to me. I despised the thought of forgetting where I started and why I started. I have read quotes, listened to songs, poems, and speeches that keep telling me that as things change, so do people. I guess in some way that is true and it’s for the best. Yet the thought of change scares me, since you can either change for better or worse.

That is where forgetting why I started comes in. I believe if I remember why I started, there is a small chance of me changing for the worst. Don’t get me wrong, change is not a bad thing. It is that there are two sides and a thin line. To be honest, I don’t want to lose sight of why I started, because it is my motivation.

If I forget why I started 
Remember me
If I lose sight of my dream
Show me the painting 
I keep at my feet 
If I show fear 
Remind me it is okay to weep 
Just let me not forget why I started
I plead. 
©️ Anita Johnson

I know this is not my normal update, but I am stepping out of my little box and sharing some of my thoughts. Let me know what you think about it? I also add a short poem to it. Hope you have a great day, and thank you for reading. Lots of love.

Don’t be a pessimist, be an optimist