Hello, my wonderful friends, and Happy New Year! 🥳
2024 was a year filled with growth, challenges, and countless blessings. From moments of joy to lessons learned through the tougher times, it was a chapter that shaped us in so many ways.
Whether you achieved a lifelong dream, learned something new, or simply made it through the year one step at a time (and let’s be honest, sometimes that’s the biggest win of all!), 2024 was a testament to our resilience, joy and the grace of God.
I’m incredibly grateful for every step of the journey, and now, as we step into 2025, let’s carry forward the lessons, laughter, and love from last year. This is a fresh chapter, brimming with possibilities and opportunities to shine bright and share that light to those around us.
And as if the start of a new year wasn’t exciting enough, today also happens to be my birthday! 🎂✨ This birthday feels extra special (to be honest, every birthday is extra special) as I celebrate my last year in my 30s. It’s a wonderful and beautiful reminder of the Goodness of God, how far I’ve come and how much there is still to look forward to.
A little life update: My husband and I celebrated our 12 year wedding anniversary at the end of 2024, with a two day trip away, just the two of us, which was amazing and just what we needed. Then it was straight back into studying mode. I’m currently preparing for an exam as part of the postgraduate diploma course I’m taking to develop myself as a pharmacist (I’ll share more about this almost 3-year journey in the coming months).
It’s been a rewarding and sometimes challenging journey of learning and growth, and I’m excited to complete the course in the coming months. I’ve had to lean on God through this journey and God has been so good. Also, If you see my husband, please thank him from me—he has been such an incredible support throughout this journey. I’m so grateful for his encouragement and support (a lot of solo parenting at times when I have needed to meet deadlines, study etc). I couldn’t do it without him!
On top of that, I’m feeling energised about the future of this blog and the wonderful community we’re building here. My heart is that we all thrive together, supporting and encouraging one another along the way. As we embrace 2025, I’ve been reflecting on what I’m most expectant for this year, and for me, it’s all about growing even closer to God. I want to remain rooted in His word because I believe that as I seek Him first, all other things will be added to me. That truth fills me with so much hope and joy as I step into this new chapter.
Now, I’d love to hear from you: What are you most expectant for this year? Please share in the comments—I can’t wait to celebrate your dreams and joys with you!
Here’s to another amazing year of growth, love, gratitude, and grace.
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Matthew 6:33 ESV
With love and excitement,
Esther x