From Survivor to Overcomer

A Birthday tribute to my beautiful, amazing sister. I

To my devoted readers: I wrote this for my sister, but I believe this message is for you as well! I pray it blesses YOU.

My dearest Sis!
My first friend, my ride or die!

First of all, I love you!
Secondly, I admire you!

I think my word for you up until this point has been survivor. Lord knows you have survived. I’m so proud of you, you are BASS STRONG and not a quitter. You know your limits, you’re wise and witty. You know when to speak and when to be silent. You lay low and prepare until it’s time to execute. You move in elegance and grace and you are not afraid to make the hard decisions. You’re multifaceted. You’re a Mommy, sister, friend, advocate, coach and leader. You have climbed the ladder of success despite every opposition! So yes Sissy, you are a survivor but our minds, hearts and bodies aren’t equipped biologically, physiologically, or chemically to remain in survival mode indefinitely. While surviving our options are limited to fight, flight, or freeze!

To everything there is a season, I believe your season of warring has come to an end. I believe this year will bring transition to a season of calm, peace, rest, and trust. So yes, a new word is in order, my word for you now, is overcomer. To overcome means to succeed in dealing with (a problem or difficulty). You’ve fought long enough, it’s time to live! To experience! To try and do! I believe better is waiting for you on the other side of the fight! Enjoy the fruits of your labor! Reflect, Reevaluate, Refocus & REST Sis, the world is yours for the taking! Become a collector of everything you require to flourish!

Watching you evolve is a beautiful thing. I know Mommy is in heaven saying, “That’s my girl!” She ALWAYS saw something special in you and went to great lengths to protect you as best she knew how. Girl, you’ve succeeded .. you’ve won more battles than you’ve lost. Spread your wings and Fly! You’re already GREAT .. keep things in proper perspective. Go, taste and see, sis, then tell me all about it!

I love you!
Happy Happy Birthday!
🤟🏾✊🏽❤️