Perspective

My dog is sitting out the window watching the people and dogs walk by. She does this every day. Sometimes she even lays her head on the ledge to rest a bit while she watches. Life seems so simple and pleasurable to her. Really, what does she have to worry about? Eating, sleeping, playing, scratching behind the ears, and playing with her friends. Life is pretty easy going for my dog.

Watching her puts my life into perspective. Really I have gone through life with ups and downs as does everyone. I think in the last year and 1/2 I have really grown into my own. I learn new things all the time and have learned to enjoy the simple things in life and to, as they say, not sweat the small stuff. I feel comfortable in my own skin and have learned that you must be happy with you before you can be happy with anyone else. Also to make sure with your family and friends that you are truthful and honest and have a good line of communication. No secrets no hidden agenda necessary to be happy. Last, I've learned that you must forgive yourself for things that you could not control. It is okay to make mistakes and learn from them. Each experience can make you stronger or it can break you. I've chosen to take my experiences and make myself stronger in the process.

I am looking forward to what is next. For all I know it could make me the strongest yet.