It is the last day of January. I know there were still unfortunate events that happened since the year started but I believe things have improved?!

They are not the best but we all could tell that things have changed a little bit better. The world had been slightly adjusted to the “new normal”. Although the virus and its new variant are still a threat to our health, we now have developed several vaccines (not here in PH yet but we’ll get them) that could help us fight them. The biggest news of the month was the presidency trial in the US, that had finally ended when the newly elected officials sworn in. Of course, we cannot deny the bad things that continue to happen and still arise in our daily lives.

But despite all that, I’d like to believe, we all have succeded to live our best lives. Each of us had ugly moments last year or even this month, and yet here we are, still fighting and/or getting through.

This month was the first time in a long time I’ve felt so comfortable to be at home and to be in my own thoughts…. far from my worries. And recently, I got so busy with little home renovations. That must be it! I’ve been very busy the entire month…. in a good way.

Since the year started, everything felt light and warm even during this cold night weather. I’ve been loving cozying up under blanket, late night manga-reading, expecting new anime episodes, and dance-listening to songs. I love this.

I now spend time with the people I love. I am busy with, yes, renovating, something I’d been wanting to do. I have re-traced some relationships and become a little bit more social than before. I express what I think without hesitation especially if they are positive thoughts (that sometimes, I feel I overshare things) and try to leave the negative ones unheard. I’ve become closer to Him as well. Each day feels easier. Lately, I hardly wake up with night terrors. I wish this comfort/ happy feeling continues and to transpire to everyone around me.

I hope things are getting better for you too, reader. We’ve faced a lot of ugliness in this world, we all deserve a break and have a little fun and comfort with things/people we have right now. I am hopeful that the rest of the year will be a great one, not just for me and my family but also to the nations and the entire world even for you and your loved ones.

Hello, February. Be gentle.