I often wonder why the world is like it is. Why we harbor so much evil, why we live among such hate, why we use our free will to cage our souls… It’s easy to see why so many have lost hope, why so many have stopped fighting, why it seems so much easier to give up and let ourselves go with the flow of permanent insatisfaction.
I was on the verge of giving up the fight. I thought I was jaded beyond repair. I had no energy left to navigate the rough sea that life always placed in front of me.
And then there was light. Happiness stormed into my life and took over my being. And I realized that our lives can change in an instant. Our journey here can be re-routed from one moment to the next. The story of our lives isn’t written for us, we write our own story as we go. And that is the beauty of this life we have been given, it is ours to do with it what we please.
So if you don’t give up, if you keep your heart open, if you are ready to seize the day, then those life changing opportunities won’t pass you by. You will grab them. You will take them and run and never look back. And you will always be grateful, because you know how sad you were, how lonely, how close to the verge you came; but that ounce of desire in your heart that refused to dissipate, that refused to let go, allowed you to see the light shining down.
I have been to the end of the world, I have been at the bottom of the sorrow-filled pit, I’ve been to hell and back… And I have come out stronger, braver, a better woman and a better human being. And I still live in a world full of hatred, full of anger, full of intolerance and envy and greed. I can’t change that. I am one in 7 billion. But I can change the winds that blow inside me. I choose to live. I choose to be happy. I choose to share my journey with the man I love. I choose to lead my life my way because I couldn’t live any other way… I am, after all, nothing more than a reflection of the choices I make. And I choose to live a life less ordinary…
“Carpe Diem, lads! Seize the day! Make your lives Extraordinary!”
Woah.This started out quite depressing and you did a full 180 on us. Strong piece of writing.
So you’re saying there is hope? Hmmmm….Good to know. Really good to know.
Curious to know what “instant” made your life change.
You are right, you are one in seven billion but let me tell you: you are unique, you are a treasure. The world needs more people like you Lali- the dreamer, the lover.
I’m going to print this one and share it with my younger brother who thinks he’s been cursed with the worse life and that things will never get better. I want him to see things can get better and if he puts in even a mild level of effort, the WILL get better.
Thanks again for sharing your gift.
Peace.
Hello friends… Thanks for taking the time to stop by and reading my words. Although only a few have chosen to comment, this entry is getting a ton of traffic so I thank all of you…Gracias!
Paul: Thank you my friend, I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Styx n’ Stonz: Yes there is ALWAYS hope. You’ve just GOT to believe…
Emileee: The “instant” that changed my life? You’ll be confused by my answer, but here it is: I showed up at the airport. And I found true love.
Ali: Wow.Wow. Your words are inspiring! Thank you!! I’m glad you’re going to share my words with your brother I truly hope they will be of some help or comfort. Just be patient with him and be there for him and let things run their course… Thanks my friend for stopping and by and being so generous with your words….I’ve got a big smile on my face!
Tu es une autre femme. C’est incroyable. La vie te sourit Lali…
Lo maximo. Esa es la actitud!
Hi Lali…
It was great to read your words…
Great to see that even in a world full of evil there are souls that still believe in peace, love, etc… and choose to trail a path of truth, friendship, loyalty and dignity.
It was nice to read here your smile…
I hope you have all this desire for living turned into victories…
Farewell dear one…
Hi Lali,
Unexpectedly I ancored at your site that holds your inner self. Thank you for you inspiring Words combined in Prose glowing from positive energy.
Hell and Back, I know that road. Bus also I unexpectedly met another new source of positive energy. Enlightning a new way to my future. Your words are well chosen and may well be an inspiration for others to read.
Thank you for your attempt to make life worth while!
Big Hug,
Jensje