Sparklers

I never found it challenging to be alone—it wasfeelingalone that got to me.

Here’s a truth about introverts (like me). We’re not necessarily anti-social, we just need to be alone to recharge and refresh. Not so long ago I experienced something I never thought possible for my hermit-shaped heart.

I craved community.

Working remotely during the pandemic was a breath of fresh air for this loner, for the first few weeks. However, when gathering with colleagues, family, and friends fell away,the borders of my world closed in.When grief and prolonged illness moved in, I felt alone—as though forgotten.

Let us hold fast theconfession of ourhope without wavering, forHe who promised is faithful.

Hebrews 10:23 NASB95

Have you ever awakened to a new day feeling you’d rather not participate?

Sometimes the hardest thing to do on a day like that is to take the first step. Believe me, I…