April 20, 2025

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Around a week ago, I submitted my video game to a biblically-themed game jam. The results came out, and my game was surprisingly third place! (Of course, there were only seven or eight games in total, but still). It was a very pleasant surprise. I didn’t participate to receive a good score, but it made me happy all the same. I am grateful to God for this wonderful gift.

Edit: I just heard that Pope Francis passed away. I am very sad. I prayed to God, and I distinctly felt His presence. It felt like leaning against the chest of a parent. It was such a strong feeling. I am so grateful to God. I could not and cannot put this feeling, this gratitude into words. But I am truly grateful. I pray for Pope Francis.

April 19, 2025

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For the past few months, I was worried about having to attend a crowded event because of COVID. I prayed almost daily about this. Now, I no longer need to go. I am so, so, so grateful to God for this. He answered my prayers perfectly. I am so grateful and not worthy at all.

My project is going splendidly. It is all thanks to God. I know it. I am so grateful. He is so personally good to me. I am not worthy.

I had a nice time outdoors, working and then eating dinner. I am grateful to God for this.

April 17, 2025

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I finished cutting my novel into chapters. I really needed to finish it by this day, and it got easier towards the end, so I finished it in time. I am so grateful to God for this and for this wonderful gift of this novel. It gives me such a sense of fulfillment, and it did so much better than I deserve. I am very grateful to God for this.

I ran a fun but risky (as in I wasn’t sure it would work) study, and I analyzed the data. The data actually looks really good! This is very exciting, and I’m so grateful to God for this. I am not worthy.

I got a prescription refill for an important medication. I’m grateful to God for this.

April 16, 2025

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I started taking the tablet form of my medication, which is much more convenient. I was worried about two things though. First, I was worried that it would be difficult to swallow. But it is super small and easy to swallow! (This also resolved my second concern about it being yucky if I needed to dissolve it). Second, I was worried it would have bad side effects. But so far it’s fine. I am so, so grateful to God for this. It’s awesome that all these medications for my rare condition are being developed and put on the market. I know it’s all thanks to God, and I am so grateful.

I started running a study, but it’s a bit unconventional, so I was worried I’d have very few participants. But so many more are participating than I thought! I’m so grateful to God for this.

We had time to stop by one of my favorite bakeries when I went to campus, even though we thought we wouldn’t have time. I’m grateful to God for this.

I made good progress on my novel and caught a mistake in time. I’m grateful to God for this.

April 15, 2025

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I submitted the final proof of my research article! It’s been such an easy journey with such an amazing outcome. I am not worthy in any way to have this amazing gift. It is all God’s doing, and I am very grateful.

I was stressed about the time-sensitive work I needed to do, but I am ahead of schedule. I am very grateful to God for this.

I thought some study results were not good, but they were actually better than expected. I am grateful to God for this.

April 14, 2025

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A meeting went well. For some reason, I felt quite happy that it felt productive. I’m very grateful to God for this.

My novel writing is going great. I feel very motivated to write, and it’s going smoothly. It makes me feel so happy. I am very grateful to God for this.

April 13, 2025

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I met with my best friend from high school who lives in a different city and was visiting. But I was very late because of traffic and going the wrong way, so we talked for less than an hour. I was a bit disappointed. My parents and I then stayed near the city and went sightseeing, which was really great. But then, unexpectedly, my friend said her next appointment got cut short, so we could meet again! It was chaotic because her phone was dying and then my phone was dying and we couldn’t communicate well, but things worked out and we talked for more than an additional hour. I am so grateful to God for making this all go splendidly.

Actually, I’ve been praying for her for more than ten years because of her back pain, and she said that she’s fine. I am grateful to God for answering my prayers. He is so kind and merciful.

April 11, 2025

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I really got a ton of work done. One project that I’m particularly excited about went particularly well, with an optional task going very smoothly. Another project that I also like got better results than I expected. I also had a nice time outdoors, and the weather was nice. I’m very grateful to God for making work go great. I feel motivated and happy, which makes me feel even happier. I had a very bad slump for several years, so I know how valuable this feeling is. I’m really so grateful to God for this.

April 11, 2025

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I finally started writing my third novel! I’ve been waiting two or three years or so to do so, as I was waiting to finish my other novel. I started writing my third one, and I felt happy and motivated. I haven’t felt that way about writing in a while, so it made me even happier to rekindle that joy. I am so grateful to God for this.

I submitted a video game I made to a game jam based on Bible parables. I was cutting it close to the deadline, but got everything I wanted to get done done. I remember when I first learned of this game jam, I was wondering how to use my talents for God when I stumbled across this game jam. God, as always, gave me such personalized and perfect guidance. I am very grateful to God for helping me complete this.

I went to campus and then to get my glasses done, and I felt safe throughout. A meeting also went well. I am grateful to God for all of this.