Savoring it.
There's a fan turning overhead - just the right amount of background noise and breeziness.
It's a peaceful night, filled with peaceful moments, and memories of a brilliant sunset from just a few hours ago.
I am alone.
And it's okay.
I am perfectly tired in a way that lets me know tonight's sleep will be just right.
I choose to relish this new moment in my life - the new beginnings that birthdays and January 1sts and milestone events bring.
Life is short.
Don't waste it. Do something grand. Do something silly. Be still. Take a run. Reminisce, make plans, call old friends, read a new book, and purpose to do something worthwhile.
Like resting. Like saying "thank you." Like embracing moments alone with chai, your creativity, and Jesus.
Thanks for 24 years, God. Thanks for 24 years and 2 days. Thanks for today. Thanks for right now.
"Live carefree before God. He is most careful with you."
1 Peter 5:7
