GOD'S PEP TALK (I'M PROUD OF YOU)

 

You have moved into a new house, in a new county.

You feel like everything familiar has been taken away from you. 

You needed a place to live. 

 You are grateful this agency provides you with one,

There was nothing you could do. 

You are surviving. 

You are pushing through.

I'm proud of you.

Your new house is small. Your chair bumps the walls. Chips of white paint fall like droplets of snow.

All of your things fit in your new room. Two exceptions. Your bookcase and fridge have found new homes in your house.  You know they are not far. It's crowded. You feel safe 

with things surrounding you.

I'm proud of you.

New staff to train.

Such a pain.

But you do it again and again.

Near misses. I am here. Never fear.

Start over.

You're tired

But....

You must.

So, you do.

I'm proud of you.

You write. You teach a class.

It kicks your ass.

You need the money.

It's not funny.

I'm proud of you.

Joining groups is not for you.

There is only one thing you want to do.

Meet with state legislators.

Travel to Jefferson City. 

To see Missouri legislators in action.

On your own. You don't need a rally

I'm proud of you.

You know your interests are not the norm.

People tease and make fun. 

Don't turn and run. They are the losers.

Keep finding things and people that bring you joy.

Keep being you.

Whatever gets you through.

I'm proud of you.

It's hard to be grateful sometimes.

I know that you are doing your best to show your gratitude.

I see your successes.

I see your struggles.

I'm proud of you.