Dear 366th Day,
This time last year I had so much anticipation for 2020. I had plans to travel, be more active on social media, write more, and maybe get in a serious relationship along the way. Then 2020 happened and plans stalled. I can easily express the grievances of this year. It was, by far, the hardest year I’ve had in a long time and I’m sure many people can say the same.
I’ve learned and reaffirmed things about myself:
1. Distance makes my heart grow fonder. I have missed people more than I ever thought capable.
2. I’m great at multitasking. I do miss some aspects of working in the office but working at home has provided the opportunity to accomplish so much more in a day.
3. People are frail but humanity is strong/ resilient. There was so much debate, hate, and combativeness present this year that it made the image of darkness so dense. But there were moments sprinkled in between that displayed humanity coming together for the good of all. I have faith in humanity, however, this year I’ve come to the conclusion, I have no loyalty for people (not sure if that makes any sense but it is what I feel in the moment).
4. I am blessed and very fortunate. Couldn’t help but do so much reflecting this year and it has reaffirmed how blessed I am to have a job throughout this time, allowing me to maintain my current financial standings. And I am beyond grateful for the good human beings in my life.
While I never would’ve foreseen myself attending a funeral virtually, wearing a face mask 😷as a part of everyday attire, or having reservations about visiting family out of fear of a virus; I also never would’ve foreseen myself going back to school for a Masters degree, trying to purchase a home even though I didn’t succeed in it, or looking more refreshed and slimmer than ever in 2020. This year has been both trying and rewarding. My perspective has evolved, my voice has become louder, and my resolve has strengthened. There’s a saying that “whatever you put in your body, shows on your skin”. If the saying is true, then what I’ve feed myself this year has resulted in a clearer complexion.
I must admit a haste for this year to end, but as I reflect, I have taken action towards things I never considered when sitting down jotting my upcoming year goals back in December of 2019. I echo the voices that have said 2020 has been unprecedented. The unexpected has lead to change. Now that the year has come to a close, I am feeling open to whatever may present itself over the next 12 months. I am grateful for all that was discovered and the growth achieved this year, but, it was full of so many events deserving of a peaceful year following. With that, I scream, “have mercy on us 2021”.
With all my love,
Alisia Latoi
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