Lies in a Season of Tribulation by Launa McNeilly

It has been quite a year that is about to end. Thankfully, we end the year with such a wonderful holiday as Christmas, and all the other wonderful celebrations of faith. It is a time for family and friends which makes it so special.

Another year gone with much to reflect on.  Will I be making a New Year's resolution, I don't think so. I am horrible at keeping them so why make myself go through another guilt trip because I broke it before the month of January was even over. I might have done better in years past with some of my resolutions but I don't think I ever kept one going for very long. So, I will save myself that moment of recrimination and pass.

I will reflect on what has happened this year and some events will bring me to tears and some will make me laugh.  As with most years, we all have to take the good with the bad and hope we can end the year with a smile. I have had a few years where the smile never came but that's when you thank the Lord that the year is over and a new one is beginning.

There are a few more days to the end of this year and I am doing my best to keep myself out of trouble so that I can end it with a smile. Not everything went as I would have liked, but then again, when does it? Oh, I really can't complain too much. I'm sure most things ended up the way they were supposed to, even though, not exactly to my liking. For instance, my first novel was published, but come to find out, not with a reputable publisher. That's okay. I'm still licking my wounds but they will eventually heal. Because of this experience, I have studied and learned the ways in which to get back on track.  A big lesson learned and one I will never forget. All in all, I have a published book that, so far, everyone that has read it enjoys it. That in itself makes me smile.

I'm a wishing all of my members, visitors, and contributors to my site a wonderful Holiday Season. I'm hoping you all end this year with a smile. God Bless!