Today I wanted to take a moment to say thank you.
I have always been an optimist, finding delight in the simplest of things. My thinking is that if one can find joy in these simple things, then it makes the great things that much more amazing. This is why I’ve often said, “Forget glass half-full! I have a glass! Awesome!”
Sometimes, things get complicated. Our day-to-day lives get filled with frustration, illness, difficulties, or even just a plethora of mundane and exhausting things we have to do. Optimism can get lost in the shuffle, leaving us hurt, angry, miserable, or complaining. I’ve been guilty of all of these at one point or another, because sometimes, it’s easy to forget how spectacular life really is.
But somewhere amidst this cloudiness, something happens to make me realize just that: life is good. This weekend was one of those moments for me. I walked around with a smile on my face the whole time. I did things that gave me happiness, talked to people who bring me joy, and enjoyed every little thing that crossed my path. I have a roof over my head, food in my belly, wonderful friends and family, and so many things that I get to do that make me happy.
And in the last six months, I’ve been able to add even more to this list of greatness: you.
Starting this blog has been one of the best developments in my life. I’ve connected with many amazing thinkers, and have heard feedback and comments from inspiring, wonderful, and kind people all around the world. I’m delighted with the connections I’ve made with all of you, and I can’t wait to continue this blog so that I can keep enjoying another aspect of my life that puts a smile on my face.
So, for all of you out there reading this now, thank you. You’ve made my day. 🙂
Have a fantastic week, everyone.
August 13th, 2012 at 8:10 am
Glad to be here and glad you are enjoying it, keep up the good work.
August 13th, 2012 at 11:11 am
Thanks! You too. 🙂
August 13th, 2012 at 9:36 am
I love this post! Perfect way to infuse the day with happy-happy-joy-joy…thank you! 🙂
August 13th, 2012 at 11:10 am
Glad to spread the happy! Thanks for reading and commenting. 🙂
August 13th, 2012 at 9:56 am
Thank you very much to you!… 🙂
August 13th, 2012 at 11:10 am
🙂
August 14th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
I love your optimism! It always comes across in your writing! I agree, sometimes we are just lucky to have that glass to begin with! This morning, my first day back to work after my wedding and honeymoon, I took a shower with no hot water! And at first I was peeved, but then realized, I just got married…and it’s just a shower…is it that bad??
August 15th, 2012 at 7:29 am
Good point and thanks for the optimism compliment, Katherine! More importantly, congratulations on your wedding! I assume your honeymoon was splendid? 🙂 Hopefully your shower is back in working order…