Will I be on God's strongest soldier list for 2025?

I sometimes experience things and ask God why me? And to my surprise he quickly responds why NOT you? You see this life's journey comes with ups and downs and the bad times seem to last forever. I speak about this from experience, 2024 brought so much sorrow from losing my dear aunt and uncle, to troubled relationships, failed plans and more. There were times that I felt like I couldnt take anymore and just when that feeling came God allowed something else to happen that i was able to withstand. I saw a meme with a deranged cat that read "Let me hide before God starts picking his strongest soldiers for 2025." That post was hilarious to me and I shared it because I felt like it was spot on with my experience from 2024. But as I reflected deeper I thought about the times God brought me through every challenge, every trial and tribulation. I thought about all the times he made a way, opening a window when the door was shut. I smiled and said if thats your will then so be it! SIKE, I was still a little shook. Hahaha seriously, because of my past experiences I know that trouble doesn't last long. It can't rain forever and after the rain God sends rainbows comprised of the most beautiful colors in sky. Think of your trials as raindrops working to make the most beautiful rainbow. The more rain the bigger the rainbow. Trust that God is creating your rainbow.

Here are some scriptures to confirm my thoughts today:

Psalm 46:1-2

Isaiah 40:31

Deuteronomy 3:22

p.s. by no means am I minister lol. I am just an imperfect believer striving to become better!

Peace!

All My Beauty Lovers Please Stand Up!

Yours truly!

Another obsession of mine is beauty and self care. For years I have explored various makeup brands and perfected my makeup application routine. Im currently using the Huda Beauty Easy Blur Foundation that i recently discovered at Sephora and I love it. It's a lighweight formula that's also buildable which makes it perfect for everyday and elevated glam looks. I also consider a red lip to be my staple. I think red lipstick refines any look. Im currently loving Uncensored by Fenty Beauty and of Ruby Woo which has had all the girls in a chokehold for years. Sound off on your favorite makeup products below! ;)

My New Fav: The JW Anderson Bumper Bag

Y'all as I was running errands the other day this lady complimented me on my handbag. I thought to myself this is a really cool bag maybe I should write a review. And so we're here. I purchased this bag over the summer at SSENSE.com. The bag retails for $1150 and I got it for about $450. Not only is it genuine lambskin but there is also a really stylish padded trim throughout. The bag comes with an adjustable and detachable carry handle AND a detachable logo woven-shoulder strap. I just love this bag and I've been wearing it nonstop. I love the logo woven strap for casual days and if I need to wear a more dressy look I just switch the straps out. When I purchase a luxury item I always consider if there are multiple ways that I can style the piece (cost per wear). I wore this bag all summer long and well into fall and I still reach for it now in the winter.These bags are on several websites for a fraction of the retail price and I deinitely reccomend. Let me know in the comments if you'd buy!