June 12, 2007

What a wonderful Day!!

Today, when I awoke, I suddenly realized that this is the best day of my life, ever!
There were times when I wondered if I would make it to today;
but I did!
And because I did I'm going to celebrate!
Today, I'm going to celebrate what an unbelievable life I have had so far: the accomplishments,
the many blessings, and,
yes, even the hardships
because they have served to make me stronger.
I will go through this day with my head held high and a happy heart.
I will marvel at God's seemingly simple gifts:
the morning dew,
the sun, the clouds,
the trees,
the flowers,
the birds.
Today, none of these miraculous creations will escape my notice.
Today, I will share my excitement for life with other people.
I'll make someone smile.
I'll go out of my way to perform an unexpected act of kindness for someone I don't even know.
Today, I'll give a sincere compliment to someone who seems down.
I'll tell a child how special he is, and
I'll tell someone I love just how deeply
I care for them and how much they mean to me.
Today is the day I quit worrying about what I don't have and
start being grateful for all the wonderful things God has already given me. I'll remember that to worry is just a waste of time because my faith in God and his Divine Plan ensures everything will be just fine.
And tonight, before I go to bed,
I'll go outside and raise my eyes to the heavens.
I will stand in awe at the beauty of the stars and the moon, and
I will praise God for these magnificent treasures.
As the day ends and I lay my head down on my pillow,
I will thank the Almighty for the best day of my life.
And I will sleep the sleep of a contented child,
excited with expectation because
I know tomorrow is going to be the best day of my life, ever!
I don't know who wrote this, I received it via email and I really, really liked it so I thought I would post it. Maybe everyone else will like it too!!

1 comment:

Sharen said...

YES! These are the things I have come to believe and the actions I've learned to take and the by-product has been contentment and happiness!

Who would have known? Mom always said all she wanted was for us "kids" to be happy but she never gave me any guidance on how to achieve it! It isn't getting what I think I want all the time its appreciating the wonders outlined.... so well said in that poem!

Looking forward to going out under the stars and sharing those moments of wonder and appreciation with you, Sis!