The year 2022 winds down in a bit. Coming this far may be taken for granted but not all who wished, came this far. For you and I who are still able to read and write, there is a lot to be thankful for.
To the Author of life and Creator of the Universe, Who did not only give life but gave it in abundance, Lord, I have come to say thank you.
It is that time of the year to appreciate those who made life count. You are one of them and I have come to say thank you.
There will not be a writer without readers. To you who read my posts and encourage me with public acknowledgement, I have come to say thank you.
To many more who silently follow me and chip in words of encouragement either publicly or privately once in a while, I have come to say thank you.
To all who challenge my thought process and critique my quotes to make me a deeper thinker, I have come to say thank you.
To all who disagree with my views and open me up to divergent views on subjects of critical importance, I have come to say thank you, with utmost respect.
To the numerous friends I made through the social media in 2022, who asked to connect with me to have better access to my literary works, I am humbled by your offer of friendship.
To all my silent partners who nudge me on, reminding me that I cannot afford to fail my readers, even when the spirit and body become weary, I can’t thank you enough.
The next time we meet here, we will be on the other side of 2023 by His grace. As we reflect on the gains of 2022, we should not forget the lessons in the disappointments. Don’t forget that the value of the coin is in its two sides.
For the remaining few days in 2022, I rest my pen as we look forward to all the good tidings that the year 2023 promises.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in advance.
Happy holidays.
©️Akin Oluwadare Jnr
26 December 2022
