So this is the last month of the year, and honestly, it just feels a bit unreal that 2025 that we started just like yesterday is already packing its bags,when people start asking, “So what are your highlights of the year?” I always pause, because this year didn’t come in gently at all, It came with its own mix of good things, stressful things, unexpected moments, and those kind of small victories that make you smile quietly to yourself, But in all of that, one major thing stood out for me was I finally completed my OND program in April, and that alone feels like something I should frame and hang on the wall.
Finishing that program wasn’t just an academic win, it felt like closing a chapter I had been reading for so long,
you know when you start something and along the way life tries to distract you, delay you, or frustrate you? That was me, there were weeks I was tired, moments I doubted myself, days I just wanted everything to pause,But look at God, April came, and I crossed that finish line, and honestly, that is one highlight I am holding onto with so much gratitude.
But outside that achievement, the rest of the year was a blend of everything, see some days felt light and joyful, some came with their own wahala, I had moments where I sat down asking myself, God, what is happening? and other moments where I laughed so much, you would think that life had no problems at all, so seee It wasn’t a perfect year, but it was real, and I think that is what matters.
Now that we are in December, my mind has already shifted into that end of year reset mode,so I am not trying to do anything dramatic for now, so I am not trying to chase big goals or overwhelm myself with any kind of pressure, and the only thing I am looking forward to for the rest of this year is simply to be okay, all mentally, emotionally, and physically, I want to rest, breathe, and prepare my heart for what the new year will bring.
We are currently in our fasting and prayer season, and there is something about entering a new year spiritually grounded that gives me peace, It is like clearing out old dust and opening the windows for fresh air, Fasting isn’t always easy, especially when your body is shouting for food, but there is a calmness that comes with it, It reminds me that I don’t enter the new year on my strength alone, There is someone greater working things out behind the scenes.
And honestly, I believe that as we pray and commit the coming year into God’s hands, everything will fall into place, I am not expecting the new year to be magically perfect , life doesn’t work like that, But I believe the steps we take now, the spiritual preparation, the quiet reflections, and the decision to approach the new year with a clearer mind will make a huge difference, I just want peace, progress, and clarity, so nothing too heavy,nothing too complicated.
And looking back, this year taught me patience, It taught me gratitude, even in small things, It taught me that I am capable of finishing what I start, It taught me that even when life throws small storms, there is always a calm waiting after, and most importantly, it taught me that God really does show up.
As 2025 wraps up, I am not counting regrets, I am not stressing myself over what didn’t work out, I am just carrying the lessons, the small wins, the quiet joys, and that one big achievement that made my year, my OND completion, and as I enter the new year, I am stepping in softly, prayerfully, and hopefully.
Because truly, I believe all things will work out fine.
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