An award for you.
acknowledge yourself, even if you’re the only one
Here’s an award for all the accolades you have earned, but never fully acquired. This is an award of recognition you deserve, but haven’t received. This is a nomination for the quiet work that went unnoticed. You’ve been appointed - and divinely anointed - for all you’re doing. The top prize is presented to you for always working to make things better. The high-praise (and recognition) may never come, but please know it’s already yours.
Here’s a highly-coveted keepsake if only for your memory-bank. Here’s to you for fighting the good fight. For walking through fear without being paralyzed by it. For leaving your comfort zone. For doing what’s right, instead of what’s easy. You are victorious for setting your goals and growing into the next one. Here’s an award with high honors for living your one wild and precious life in the way that’s best for you.
Here’s a gold medal for your continued service of showing up as your best self, even when it’s hard. An advanced degree in doing your best. A self-care certification for when the nights are long and the kids are cranky. Here’s a trophy, not just for participation, but for running your own race. For running the race set before you. For focusing on your family. Your friends. Your team. Yourself.
Here's a shout-out from the sidelines. The game ball goes to you for playing your heart out. The spirit stick is yours girl - for hustling and still showing up for others. Your clear vision is paving the way for the future. You’re nominated for the most prestigious award: self-acceptance. Worthiness.
You get the championship ring for owning who you are. You’ve won the three-tiered trophy because you are exceptional. You are doing amazing things even when no one is looking. And especially when no one has told you.
I’ve come to realize sometimes you have to give out your own awards. My friends let’s validate ourselves. Here’s to recognizing our greatness every day, even when we may not see it. And definitely when we do see it and no one else does. You’ve earned the award you may never receive. Your achievements and efforts are exceptional. Never forget. You’ve been ordained extraordinary.