Welcome to 31 Days of Simply Embracing Life! I’m so glad you’re here! It has been a couple of years since I participated in the 31 Days of Writing phenomenon, but I am so happy to be back. I am excited for this challenge!

As I contemplated a topic for this month, my thoughts drifted back to why I started this blog in the first place. Seven years ago I was in a very difficult place in life. I had been “downsized” out of a job that I loved, our finances were a mess, and I felt like my life was literally falling apart. Paralyzed by fear and depression, I was struggling just to get out of bed every day. Hopeless and heartbroken, I prayed many desperate prayers, begging God to show me a way out. He gently reminded me that my life is a gift from Him, meant to be enjoyed, not despised. He led me to the verses that became the inspiration for the title of this space:

“Whoever wants to embrace life and see the day fill up with good, here’s what you do: Say nothing evil or hurtful; snub evil and cultivate good; run after peace for all you’re worth.”~1 Peter 3:10-11

I dared to believe God’s word and started taking baby steps daily towards embracing my life. Creating this blog was one of those steps. Seven years later and I am still standing, free from depression, loving my life! God’s word is true and I am living proof. Upon further reflection, I knew in my heart that the topic for this challenge would share the title of my blog- Simply Embracing Life!

Over the course of this month I will be sharing with you what I’ve learned about embracing life. Each week will begin with a Sunday scripture. The rest of the days will reveal key areas of focus with some simple, practical methods of application for your life.

Please come join me in simply embracing this amazing gift called life!