I recently heard someone say that August was the Sunday of summer. I disagree. I actually like Sundays.
August is usually the beginning of my downfall. I, like so many other people I know, struggle with seasonal depression*, so much so that I start to feel the cold creeping into my soul within the first few days of August.
I see you scoffing. But seasonal depression is very real. When summer dies, I mourn things like leafy green trees, watermelon, wearing all white, seeing shades of coral, mint, and lavender. I begin to check sunset times in August. I cling to the hours of daylight, obsessed with knowing how much time I have left to bask in God’s smile. When the sun yawns on another day, sometimes I have to take a moment, breathe deeply, and tell myself its okay. There’s no use in crying over spilled sunset.
For now though, I have a drop of summer left in my cup. I have green tea, a colorful mug, the urge to write, and a few updates for you guys.
1. Yes, I did (sort of) write a book. It’s called Layers and Prayers. Its a 100+ page memoir retelling my version of the past year when God made vacancies in my heart and allowed one special lady to “move right on in and rearrange my damn furniture.” Essentially, it tells of how we (my sister and I) met a lady and how she’s affected our lives since. I wrote it as a gift for the lady’s birthday. It’s the longest and most purposeful thing I’ve ever written. I’ll more than likely be posting some of my favorite excerpts (here’s one!) in the weeks to come.
2. I got a writing gig. I’ll divulge details on that later. I am so excited about it! Promise to keep you posted!
3. My July was beautiful. I have to publicly express my gratitude for the love, kindness, and generosity that I’ve received for my birthday. Throughout this year, I’ve done my best to embody the fruit of the spirit, namely Christ’s love. The insane amount of love and hard work that everyone put in to make me feel special was overwhelming. And though my birthday is weeks gone, it is never too late for a sincere thank you!
Among the many things that touched my heart on my birthday were the thoughtful handmade gifts. Some of my faves include:
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| “All I need today is a little coffee & a whole lot of Jesus.” A hand painted sign from my girl, Ang. |
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| “Know Peace” The punchline of the popular phrase “No Jesus, no peace, know Jesus, know peace,” painted along with a few daisies onto canvas sneakers. Done by my girl Angelina. |
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| Ms. Lauryn Hill. (y’all know how I feel about Ms. Hill!) Painted by one of my sister’s friends, Ashley (@s0ulxflower on Twitter) |
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| Yellow (my favorite color!) roses from my bestie, Kennesha! |
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| And a little sisterly lovin’ from my one and only, Sharonia. |
Expect more posts and fulfilled promises! And be blessed, my loves.
* now known as recurrent depression with seasonal pattern, also recognized as seasonal affective disorder, and/or whatever the DSM is calling it these days.
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