songs of solitude;

alive

after realizing that my last two entries might be perceived as somewhat pessimistic (although they were very soothing to get off my chest) i am determined to do the exact opposite with this entry.

i may not have a lot, but i have all that i need. i forget to quickly how much i am blessed with - and not simply possessions, family, and friends, but circumstances too. monumental events in my life that have led to the development of my character into what it is right now.

• i am thankful for today. one more day that i am alive.
• i am thankful for my health. it ain't perfect, but it could always be worse.
• i am thankful for my parents. they may have needed to abandon their marriage but they have never abandoned me. without their love, i would not be the same.
• i am thankful for my brothers. they may fart in my face, but they're always there when i need them. and no one makes me laugh more.
• i am thankful for my friends. they remind me of all the things worth living for, like dancing, making insane noises, laughing, and just enjoying good company.
• i am thankful for my God, who has blessed me with all of the above and more.

i love dancing wherever i want to. in my bedroom with the stereo blasting, or on my way to the bus stop. dancing as if no one was watching. and singing; in my un-shy voice...hindered only by my lack of breath as i run down the street. leaping in bounds as i sing just because i feel alive.

today is another day that i'm alive.

~np

posted by crooked girl @ 6:52 PM