i used to be one of those folks full of cynicism
and bitterness.

i still have my moments.

i reckon i'm more grateful than i've ever been before.

i give thanks to the universe for the gift of my body, the gift of breath, and the gift of life.

i still have a lot to learn, but i'm growing a little each day and for that i'm forever grateful.

i hope and pray that my heart stays open to life and to death that i embrace it all with a smile.