What If Today Is the Better Day?

Welcome Back! Did you miss me?

Hey Friend,

Did you miss me? I sure missed you. I know I know, it's been a while, but I've been thinking about you. I just looked at my last post and it was actually around Resurrection Sunday this time last year. So what better time than this to dive back in and breath life into this space.

Resurrection, Reflection, and Realization

While cooking breakfast for the grands this weekend, I had the song "Better Days" by Le'andria Johnson in my spirit. So here I go, listening to the song...thinking I'm good.... and it took me back. The memory of playing this song on repeat in the hardest season of my life....taking care of Corion....came flooding back. Whew!!!

The tears flowed. I mean like broke down. That's how grief will do you sometimes.

You've seen good you've seen bad You've been happy and sad But just remember the better days are coming

Reflecting on the lyrics of the song, I realize it became like the soundtrack to that season. "It's only a season, for you're going through. But stay focused and never lose sight." She tells us to keep on smiling, because everything will be alright 🙌

I can tell you today, this is so very true. Caring for my adult son through is illness and subsequent transition, was the most difficult season of my adult life but .....I survived. Yes, I lost a child, I miss him dearly, but I'm still here. I have a husband, daughter and 7 (yes SEVEN) grandchildren that need and value my presence in the earth.

Today, another resurrection Sunday, Jesus has risen, and He has also helped me to rise again. Renewed in spirit, full of life, hope, love and encouragement.

Though a huge piece of my heart is missing, I don't feel like it is a hole because some way, some how, God has filled in the space with more joy than sadness, more love than anger, more encouragement than disappointment. God did THAT. I can now be the evidence for someone else that better days are coming.

After the moment in the kitchen passed, I realized something. What if today is the better days I was singing and praying for?

I'm in a place where I have time to do the things that I enjoy and learn about things I've always wanted to know more about. I've been able to complete three certifications in the past two years.

1. Jakes Divinity School, Women in Leadership Certificate

2. National Board Certified Christian Counselor

3. Certificate of Achievement in Build-a-Bag Options Trading Course

The first two were God's leading, and the third one was something I desired for myself. I know my Corion is looking down in pride. I strive everyday to be obedient to God's call on my life and honor the additional time He gave us with His child by being of service to others in this season of my life, but not forgetting about myself as I continue to move through healing.

Resurrection Day, Sunday, April 20, 2025 with a photo in the corner from 2020

From Breakdown to Breakthrough

I took this photo on Easter Sunday, 2025 with the kids, remembering that it was this very spot that the "Big Kids" took their last picture with Corion (top right corner). The twins weren't born but I have a funny story about them and their Uncle Corion I'll share another time. So while they enjoyed this gorgeous day with family, hunting for eggs and eating watermelon, I was reminiscing time gone by and how we have all grown. This season has been one of deep rebuilding. After experiencing loss, I didn’t know if I’d smile again—let alone dream again.

But slowly, and tenderly, God began to restore what I thought was gone forever. My earlier breakdown had now lead me to a moment of breakthrough and gratitude for all the things the Lord has done.

I have a beautiful growing family. Trying to stay in good health....the struggle. And I'm genuinely happy. Maybe I came through this season to tell others, you can make it. I know a few weeks ago God spoke to me and told me my assignment is to let others know there is more to their story.

And now, Friend…I want to ask you:

What if today is your better day?

Not a day without tears… but a day where you finally realize you’ve survived.

What if the breakdown was never the end—just the backdrop for your comeback?

What if you’re already standing in the answered prayer?

Would you recognize it? Would you receive it?

The Better You’ve Been Praying For Might Be Right Now

A few tools I've used to get to the other side, are listening to encouraging music, spending time with God and His word, and indulging into meaningful podcasts. Just recently as I was thinking on relaunching this blog, God led me to a beautiful conversation between Sarah Jakes Roberts and Priscilla Shirer on youtube, "Seasons of Transition." I feel like He led me here for you Friend. They reminded me that God never wastes our pain, and that the wilderness is often where our purpose is born. I encourage you...take some time to listen. Journal what God is speaking to you through their wisdom.

I want to know... what season might you be in right now?

Well Friend, you know how it is, when it's been a long time since you talked to a good friend and you could talk all night to catch up. Yea, I don't want to wear out my welcome, so I'll come by more often. I have quite a few things brewing and I want to share more with you soon.

But I'll leave you with this....

Just like the natural seasons shift quietly—

Winter never asks permission to leave.

Spring doesn't shout its arrival.

But suddenly, the air changes, the light softens… and something blooms.

Maybe this moment is your spring. Not loud, not flashy—but gentle and faithful.

A season where the heaviness begins to thaw, and hope peeks through the soil.

Drop a word or emoji that feels like your current season 🌷🍂❄️☀️—I’d love to hear from you.

Talk soon😘