Looking back to how the year has been since the very first day to this very point, I've gotta say it might not have gone entirely according to how I planned but it is still an incredible ride filled with self development, great experiences, learning and soo much more. The year kicked off with uncertainty and a deep confusion of how to navigate life after graduating from school. One thing was for certain though, I needed to engage in something that could generate income to settle needs and also integrate me into the labor market once more. I searched for jobs endlessly but was constantly reminded that I was going to stay underpaid without a certificate as prove of my academic achievement. Then it hit me, instead of waiting for the right job, I should just go back to school for my statement of result certificate since it was obviously ready and maybe, just maybe something good might just swing by.
At that phase of my life, holding that piece of paper which represented the evidence of all my hard work was one of the happiest moment of my life. I returned back home with a new motivation to do better and invest in newly discovered venture that was bound to a huge part of my life- Hive. I finally got a job as a teacher at Apple Hills Academy while I juggled being a hiver on the side. I did this job for over five months before going to serve my country in Ondo state in july. I wasn't too thrilled about serving in Ondo state but just decided to enjoy the best out of the situation during the three weeks in camp .
On the last day, I was posted to one of the most dreaded local government areas Ilaje because it was believed to be surrounded with water. That felt like a death sentence yet there was nothing I could do about it, to make things worse the place was over 5 hours away from camp making home even further away. I went there with little to expectations hoping to apply for relocation even if it meant getting a loan. When I finally got to the main town of igbokoda, I was completely shocked, the place was nothing like I was made to believe. My PPA was at the local government secretariate where I worked directly with the chairman and people who have made the entire job really enjoyable. I've made new friends, the locals here are very hospital and honestly this supposed misfortune is turning into a fairytale story with a happy ending.
Despite plans to stay back in Ondo state, I somehow managed to return home to celebrate the holiday with family. It is really nice to spend quality time with the people who matter most to me. Christmas usually signify the end of an old year and preparation of something new. When I look back to the things I could accomplish from the start of January, I am not saddened by shortcomings. Instead I comfort myself with how far I have come, the experiences I have gained along the way and the necessary developments needed to do better in the forthcoming year. 2026 is just a few days away and with it plans to make up for unfinished business. I know I am definitely going to make mistakes and even encounter setbacks. Nevertheless, they will not define what will arguably become a memorable journey.
Thank you.
