2024-A MIXED BAG

The year is drawing to a close. It's been a year of challenges (mostly financial) and victories. 

I will need to find sources of income as many things have gotten expensive. The country is still coming out of the CO-VID epidemic. All year I had to hear all the political rumblings of the national election. I'm not sure what lies ahead, especially for the LGBTQ community (trans in particular). 

I cherish the relationships I have made even more. I have taken more to heart than before. This past November's Transgender Day of Remembrance took on more significance. People are coming out younger. Homage was paid to the 29 people lost to violence. I'm grateful that they were able to live as their authentic selves.

I am looking forward to the next chapter in 2025. I have the belief that I will be more involved in some kind of activism. With the new administration coming to 'lead' the country I need to be informed, and ready to respond to the questions that need answering. 

HAPPY NEW YEAR  

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

End the year reflecting on pleasant thoughts. Learn from the mistakes made and proceed forward. Be thankful that God has brought you to this point. Many folks didn't make it. Create new goals for 2025. Have a positive attitude. Don't let others put you down. Be yourself.

~Genevieve

CHRISTMAS WISHES

 

CHRISTMAS EVE

 

2024 NCAA DIVISION I WOMENS VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS

 

2024 NCAA DIVISION II FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS

 

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

A NEW SEASON

 

2024 NAIA SOCCER CHAMPIONS

 MEN

WOMEN

2024 NCAA DIVISION II SOCCER CHAMPIONS

 MEN

WOMEN

REMEMBER THE FOLKS WHO WILL BE ALONE

The holiday season can be a lonely one for many people. The LGBTQ+ community feels it more so. Some are estranged from their families or may not have any living relatives. 

If you know someone who will be alone, do something that they will feel a part of.; that they are loved and valued.  

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

2024 NCAA DIVISION I MENS WATER POLO CHAMPIONS

 

2024 NCAA WOMENS DIVISION I SOCCER CHAMPIONS

 

2024 NCAA DIVISION III SOCCER CHAMPIONS

 MEN

WOMEN

                            WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY of ST. LOUIS BEARS

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

ANOTHER JOURNEY

My spouse and I attended a memorial service last night, paying homage to our friend's sister. It was wonderful listening to loved one share fond memories about the departed. 

I remember the numerous people who have been part of my life but are no longer with me. It would be easy to feel sad and depressed. I chose to think of them coming into my life at important times. We enjoyed each other's company, learned from each other. and grateful for everything. Then we all went off on another journey. 

There are many seasons in life. Some have lasted a long time, others for a brief moment. I cherish those times because, in a moment, it is gone. The memories are always with me.

REFLECTION

The time between Thanksgiving and New Year's is a time of reflection for me. This year was a mixed bag. Some highs, some lows, the struggles from time to time, and an appreciation of many blessing bestowed  on me. 

This season seems to be a deeper one on a personal level. I have changed, seeking a spiritual renewal and improvement in conveying my thoughts in my writing. I may be crossing another boundary, however, the journey will continue.

DECEMBER!