It's funny how things come around....

It's funny how things come back. 10 months ago I never thought I would be in the position that I am now. With my grad school apps over and done with, a full time job, money in the bank and still involving myself with classes, boxing, social life and romance.

10 months ago, I was sulking in the misery of what was and did not have a very clear outlook on what was to come. But, I started writing. My words were my ladder, helping me to climb out of the overwhelmingly large hole I thought I was in. Initially, I thought the climb would take a millenia, but after starting my acension I realized I was already there. My freedom, my release from my enclosure had been the very thing my soul needed.

So, I sit here today in reflection. Thinking of the pain that I felt. Thinking of the tears that fell like lonely raindrops from my eyes. Thinking of the sleepless nights and the days of hunger. And the only thing that I can say is - I am truly blessed. For, it was these days of deprivation, these months of solitude and wander that have brought me to the place I am today. Placid and content. Serenity surrounding my every move. Peace instilled every decision. It is today that I can look behind me and see just how many rungs on the ladder I have climbed. It is today, that I can be thankful for my grace, my dignity and the smile I wore on my face regardless of how many people wished they could take it away from me.

Today, was another revolution made on the cycle. Knowing that I have moved forward in spite of obvious regression of others. Knowing that I have been able to make something of myself because of my own hard work and diligence. Knowing that I am a winner in my own right, keeps the wheel turning. 10 months of progress. 10 months of growth. We have to be thankful for our pain and sorrow, it truly teaches us the meaning of being happy. We have to appreciate the time that we are alone (and we should all be alone for a period of time - just a suggestion) because it allows us to really value being with others.

I have learned that I am a blessing in the life of those who have me. I have learned that I have qualities that can be matched by no one else. I have learned that my unique existence in this world is a jewel in the life of those that I love and those that love me. I have learned that LOVE is not something you can genuinely give to someone over a short period of time. It must be cultivated, it must be discussed, it must have a reason or a source.

Don't short change love, because love is good at short changing you right back.

Today, I am not the woman I was yesterday, nor am I the woman I am going to be tomorrow. Today, I am happy with my life. Today, I am blessed. But, its interesting how things come around. On a daily basis, remind yourself that things can always improve. Thank God for putting you through these struggles, because he is preparing you for your rewards.

My name is SavvyBoricua: Mind, Body and Soul and this is my blog