My random thoughts..

I am looking at the birthday calendar here & on facebook, a lot of people have birthdays this month among my friends.  At the same  time, in the past two weeks, I’ve learned of at least three people who’ve passed away, close family members of friends. 

Birthdays & death days, one an occasion for celebration, the other an occasion for grieving, remembering & honoring the life of a loved one gone.  Both days remind us how little power we have on when we’re born & when we die.  But for me, it’s also a reminder that we do have the power to determine the quality of life we have while we’re here, & that we should live our life to the fullest.

One of my philosophies in life is this: life is too short, we all deserve to be happy & to live an authentic life.  I want to continue to surround myself only with people & things that are beautiful, uplifting & inspiring.  And to always have a grateful attitude - because in a lot of ways, I am truly lucky & blessed :-).