Yay

As I took this, I thought how much my butt, stomach, and back hurt and was thankful for the cool marble to soothe some of my muscles and calm my nerves. My face smiles because I have reasons to feel glad.

+ Jesus lifts me up, as does Mary. I picked an absolutely inconvenient time in my life to return to RCIA after trying to convert at age 26.

+ I finally swapped out my larger clothes for size 8. I used to be a 22.

+ I am physically strong, which helps my body adapt to change.

+ I have very good friends and feel settled in Texas, except when the weather is similar to South Bend, IN.

+ I have learned to accept all challenges before me, no matter the difficulty.

Praise the Lord! I would not succeed without Him.