It’s a grand old life we lead, surrounded with so many opportunities to succeed. We are presented with a new sunrise every single morning, a new day to handle whichever way we choose. We have food, a roof over our head, family, love, support, life. We can laugh, sing, skip to whatever rhythm our heart desires. We have choices.
Some days when I feel blue I try to focus on this. I imagine what life would be like without a full pantry and fridge, a comfy, warm bed, a family that no matter what happens, loves me unconditionally. I can’t imagine it, as I have never lived it. From as young as I can remember I have felt love and life. I thank my lucky stars for the life I have been granted, I know I am fortunate. Does it mean I don’t suffer grief, loss, sadness, pain, anger, hurt and sometimes self-doubt and self-loathing? No it doesn’t. I too suffer all of this despite the beautifully positive life I lead. But I make that choice to lead my life the best I can with the best that I have. I know I am lucky. Very lucky. I know my opportunities are abundant and my choices are plentiful. For that I am very grateful, and humble.
Life is what you make it. I choose to make mine positive, happy, fun loving and adventurous. I don’t make too many plans as I love to wake up and decide what I feel like doing on the day. I enjoy the small moments. I take in the small moments. I smile as often as I can, sometimes to myself. I laugh a lot. I enjoy quiet moments. I refuse to be reduced by negativity around me and avoid it whatever it takes. It may make me seem complacent to some, but that is my choice. I choose positivity. I choose happiness.
I choose life.
And that's what we love about you :)
ReplyDeleteOh bless you Cate. The day you pop up on my blog is a good one. *happy dance* xo
DeleteI choose to read you blog because it serves as a reminder of all of this. Life is good! xox
ReplyDeleteOh you're too kind! Thank you Teresa. xox
DeleteLife has many twists and turns but I, like you, choose happiness and try my very best to steer away from negative influences. X
ReplyDeleteIt's the best way Leanne, steer away from negative influences and keep a positive outlook. Sure we all have our moments and life will throw curveballs now and again - all the more reason to treat the good times with respect. xo
DeleteThe only thing we can control are our own choices & reactions - you choose to enrich your life (and that of others) with yours.
ReplyDeleteI love it.
:-) xx
Thanks Shar. You're spot on, our choices and reactions are within our own control. And with no control over so many other aspects of life I think it makes sense to choose wisely. :) xo
Delete"Life is what you make it" - SO TRUE!
ReplyDeleteIt is Lisa, so very true!
DeleteFabulous post Peggy and *just* the kind I need to read right now. You are so absolutely spot on, this is the best way to lead a life... because it IS worth living xo
ReplyDeleteThank you Julie, I'm glad you enjoyed reading it, especially at this difficult time. :) xo
DeleteGreat words Peggy. I choose happiness too.
ReplyDeleteGood choice Vanessa, good choice. :)
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