The simple thing I love about a book isn’t the words, nor the story. It’s the realization that comes along with it. Yes it ,might be a fairy tale, and most things aren’t happily ever after in today's world. An argument here, and few tears there. This one little story made me realize something no other book really said.

Love isn’t smiling because they made you happy with a silly joke. Nor is it feeling as if your heart might beat out of your chest after a few sweet words someone said. Love is wiping their tears and snot away when you should be somewhere else, but you're not because they need you. Love is diving head first into trouble without a second thought. Even though you might end up hurt in the end. Love isn’t a simple smile, a rose blush of the cheeks, nor is it the extra beat of your heart. It’s so much more…

I also learned something about myself. I’m not the words others speak. From friends to family. They all don’t know me. I’m not the girl I show to be. I might be young, but I know who I am. I’m quiet with most things then suddenly I’m outgoing plain old me. I think twice before talking to a friend. It might not seem like it, but I take in every detail and try to take in the beauty of the outside world. I’m not just the girl who turns everything into a cheesy joke. I’m so much more.

This book has made me realize something about the world. Some of us might be poor, others could have illnesses, some could be living the rich life. Our status in life doesn’t matter. It doesn't put a sign above our heads telling us what we are. You are free to choose your journey. No matter how you want it to be. Yes, it’s going to be one of hardest things you’ll ever do in life, but that’s what makes it worth it. Don’t take a step back in life… go for it. Take another look around. You might just discover something new that no everyone has the eyes to see.  

~Endless Ambitions