The Exciting, Terrifying, and Wonderful Journey of Trying Things for the First Time

Honestly, I added this Blog feature to my newly formed website because Wix recommended it. While I am learning (re-learning) the power of writing, I find myself hesitant to share publicly what I normally share in my journal and keep to myself. My grandmomma (one of my two favorite humans in this world) encouraged me from a very young age to write down my day-to-day experiences as a source for reflection, but sharing it with ya'll (whoever "ya'll might be in the future) is something entirely different.

Truth is, there is some level of accountability when you share things like this publicly. Even if no one ever reads what you write, create, or produce. Once it's out there - it's out there. I am trying (even as I type these words) to think of that as a positive thing since the literal name of my site is "Bounce Back Co." but Lawd, it's a struggle.

I think it's because once I say what I am believing God for in my life, and once I share what I am seeking to accomplish there is a record of that effort. If I never write or share anything there's no opportunity for someone to say "Well what happened, sis?" There's no opportunity to become labeled an "Idea Girl'" and become stuck once again paralyzed by my deep seated fear of failure. But, if I truly want to bring God glory in all I do - having a record of my prayers and being able to say God did it - I mean, what can be a better testimony than that?

So, here I am - with my very first post - declaring that this year will be different. I will follow through not just for me - but for the God who called, equipped, and anointed me for such a time as this.

I am taking a step, a small one, but a step nonetheless - and as I continue to move forward trusting God, I am so excited to see who joins me on this Bounce Back journey.

Stay encouraged and be blessed.