My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we'll change the world.
Jack Layton .
There have been days of terrible news over the last few weeks. The world seems to be so full of hate, darkness, and destruction. The thought of the society in which my children are growing makes me sad and a little worried. We do strive to teach our children (and pray over them) to be kind to everyone, to be positive leaders, and to stand up for what's right, but these qualities seem to be less and less prominent in society. It's getting harder and harder to have hope in the future.
However, I cannot allow myself to worry for my sons' futures. I need hope and optimism for my own future WITH them, so I have come to see the changes that come about when we take one day at a time, give gratitude for even small miracles, and blot out fear for future days. I have no idea how long I will be able to stay on earth, but I don't want to waste any of those moments angry, full of hate, or lost in despair.
We do change the world by beginning with our own thoughts and deeds toward ourselves and other people. It sometimes must start with a personal change of heart and/or behaviors--whether to be more loving and kind, driving out fear, and learning to see the glass half full. Add in a little courage, and we truly make the world a better place, even if just for ourselves and our own families.
Cancer has taught me to try to be less critical of others, as everyone has their own 'hard.' I have turned into an optimist out of necessity; what good is the fighting if you don't have hope in surviving? As I have honestly shared my highs and lows throughout this journey, it's been in an effort to help others, to touch hearts, and to build hopes. I have LOVED hearing from people all over the country (and a few in other parts of the world) who have been touched through my thoughts and experiences. It's one simple way I've been able to fulfill my own mission on earth, as well as change the world one heart at a time.
KICKING CANCER TO THE CURB + mermaid leggings, an early bday present from my sister!!!!!
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