Six months into the year! I have learned that while life may not always unfold according to my plans, God's faithfulness, the love of my family, and the lessons found in disappointment have helped me grow stronger, wiser, and more at peace with the journey.

We recently moved into our house, and each day it’s becoming a little more like home. Not through perfect décor or finished corners, but through the small, lived-in moments — the laughter, the mess, the love that settles quietly between us.

As I step into Chapter Three, I do so with a heart full of gratitude for the journey so far, and with faith for the road ahead. I will no longer wait for a special occasion to live fully. I will wear my favorite perfume on ordinary days, and show up with kindness, courage, and joy. Because life isn't just about milestones—it's about moments. And I intend to savor every one of them.

"When upon life’s billows you are tempest-tossed..." Oyewole’s voice was warm honey, rich and steady, wrapping around the old hymn like a promise. By the time he reached the chorus, my breath came easier.. "Count your blessings, name them one by one..." I played it again. And again.