Sometimes It’s the Little Wins

I am officially in a financial place where I could afford to live on my own, should it ever come to that.

I’m celebrating this win because, as a survivor of domestic violence, I know that I don’t have to be so reliant on anyone that I have to compromise my wellbeing for the sake of money. Never again. I did what I needed to do over the last couple of years, and now I’m seeing the branches bear fruit. It feels amazing that I can actually be in this place and have this comfort. It was something I never thought I’d have. And as much as I love living with my partner, it’s a comfort to know that I will be just fine.

I’ve been trying to keep to a practice of gratitude throughout each week, to remind myself of all the beautiful things in my life. And even though I haven’t been able to get out into nature as much lately, due to the tendinitis in my ankle, I’m still grateful it’s only tendinitis, and that I have the opportunity to pursue physical therapy to try and heal it. It’s nearly spring and my plan is to get my ankle strong enough so that I can start hiking again. Our dog, Kiki, absolutely loves being outside. She loves going for walks, and especially for hikes. She loves all the smells and seeing all the animals. She’s my hiking buddy.

It’s a short post today. Have a beautiful week.