Think back on your most memorable road trip.
My memorable road trips involved visiting my family, watching the changing landscapes from the backseat, and listening to music with my parents as they chatted about their forgotten memories. I didn’t realize at the time how valuable those memories would be later on. How precious those memories would be.
Come up with a crazy business idea.
Sorry, I’m out of ideas… 😜
What are your thoughts on the concept of living a very long life?
I want quality of life. The Lord knows when He will call me home.
What could you do differently?
What I am doing differently is using my time wisely to ensure I achieve my goals for this year.
If you had a freeway billboard, what would it say?
Do you spend more time thinking about the future or the past? Why?
I can only learn from my past, but I focus on the present to make better decisions for my future goals and dreams to happen.
What is the greatest gift someone could give you?
Friendship and prayers mean a lot to me, and I’m grateful for those willing to sacrifice their time to help when I am in need.
Do you play in your daily life? What says “playtime” to you?
Yes, I do. Reading for fun, like enjoying a great novel that takes me to another place in my mind, is one of my favorite activities. Another favorite pastime is coloring. This past Christmas, I received a coloring book that I had wanted. On the weekends, I love to play video games.
What are your biggest challenges?
My writing goal is to finish editing and revising my manuscript. Now, I have entered a new stage of writing and editing which can be overwhelming at times.
I want to dedicate more time to editing, one of my goals for 2024. It has been overwhelming working on descriptions of places and how they affect my characters, trying to ensure that readers can visualize these places.
Looking back on 2023, woven with challenges and triumphs, I find myself reflecting on the profound blessings that have defined this year. Each experience has been a step on my journey, contributing to my personal growth and gratitude. Join me as I unravel the highlights of 2023, exploring the moments that have shaped my path, from overcoming health hurdles to forging meaningful connections and witnessing the flourishing of my creative endeavors.
My year started with health trials I faced, as my relationship with the Lord strengthened.
In February, I underwent a life-changing hysterectomy surgery that not only marked the end of my severe iron deficiency anemia but also empowered me to embrace life and pursue my passions. As the months unfolded, this newfound vitality led me to forge new friendships and deepen the bonds with my close friends and family.
Following my passions has led me to discover new tools for both writing and reading. I found a pen from Livescribe that records while taking notes and links to Livescribe+ app. Additionally, I acquired the Scanmarker Air Pen Scanner, which is very cool and helpful for reading books. The Scanmarker app allows me to scan the text, and it reads the material aloud.
This year marked significant growth for my blog, and I am grateful for your readership and being a part of my journey.
2023 has truly been an amazing year, and I eagerly anticipate what the next year holds!
Alexandra Mars 