Poetic Earth

I hope this message finds you well.

I wanted to start a small thread on how 2026 is treating us so far. This could be the space where you share a simple thought or express how the steps toward your goals are unfolding.

For me, I wanted to become more organized in 2026. That mostly included my writing, taking my craft business up a notch, && becoming more organized in general with the beautiful chaos that surrounds my daily life && activities. So far, everything seems to be going smooth, but there are some financial && emotional setbacks. I would write about it but I don’t think I am ready for that confession just yet.

What I’ve learned so far in these short months, is that it’s hard to be “myself” creatively, work a regular job, all while being a mother && wife. Sometimes it all feels too overwhelming.

To be frank, I am having trouble even admitting that while all this is going on, my family is living at poverty level. It stings a little… okay that’s a lie, it stings alot. But I have faith that it will all be worth it one day.

In times like this, in the wake of working towards my goals, I always circle back to being grateful.

Gratitude.

Firstly for my family. For my strong husband && three beautiful little sprites. They are my life. For the small RV that shelters us && my part time job that is paying the bills. The supportive friends I have met at work. The assistance that we recieve during this hardship. I am grateful for my small business that allows me to escape && break free spiritually, mentally, physically, && emotionally. The overall love that my family recieves that outweighs the heavy societal && financial burn to the heart.

This year, we are still on the path of recovery from past mistakes. Even though we are better off than we were in past years, it’s still hard.

I hope 2026 is finding you well, no matter what stage you are in.

Thank you for taking the time to listen.

Yours truly,

Rebeka.

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