12/13/2011

today, I am grateful to be able to catch up with friends - I truly believe you - yes, you! are in my life for a reason. I believe that we learn from, and teach, each other; I believe we share experiences that help each other see things a different way. and when friendships have served their purpose and either become distant, or end, I believe there is a lesson in that as well. and I'm grateful. for all of it. you see, we ALL have a story. it's just a matter of how we choose to see that story played out. my mama was a firm believer in speaking positively - she wouldn't allow negativity to be spoken around her. I didn't understand then, but let me tell ya, I get it! I am grateful for those lessons that mama taught me. so, I try to speak positively and claim good things for my family, my friends, the people I care about, and me. this post is a bit different from my typical 5 things - and that's ok. I have a full, grateful heart - for how truly blessed I am and for the abundance of wonderful people in my life, near and far, that mean so much to me and play a role in my story.