I hate being so
negative,
especially when there
are so many good things
in my life
and so many more
to come.
My brain is my
biggest bully
and obstacle.

I passed up on
a gratitude journal
at the Goodwill the other day
but now I’m
thinking I should’ve
purchased it instead of
putting it back on the shelf.

I have a boyfriend that cares
about me,
is beyond patient
and kind.
I have a family that
is there every time
I fail, and that’s happened
a lot.
I am about to have a
fresh start with the
opportunity to
make more money
and take care of my health.
My bills are paid,
my house is stacked with
fire wood.
I am relatively healthy
physically,
and moderately attractive.
And spring is coming.
The sun and the birds
and green grass
will remind me that
life isn’t so bad.