L U C K Y

It's St. Patrick's Day, and I feel so lucky. Here's why:


L - Love is something that I'm surrounded by constantly, whether I'm with my family, friends or at work. I am incredibly fortunate to have so many people in my life that love and respect me for who I am, and they don't ask me to try to be anyone or anything else. Not everyone can say that.

U - Unexpected opportunities have arisen in my life at times when I least expected them. I am a firm believer that "everything happens for a reason", so I'm thankful for the amazing people who have crossed my path when I most needed them to and didn't even know it.

C - Coolheadedness. That's right. When all hell breaks loose in my house, at work, or out in public, I have an innate ability to remain calm. Whether or not I feel calm inside is another story, but I'm thankful for my ability to maintain my composure. It's been very beneficial in both my work and personal life.

K - Kindness is something that was instilled upon me at an early age by both of my parents, as they led by example. My knee-jerk reaction is to treat everyone with kindness and for that I have my folks' examples to thank. I try every day to instill the same values into my kiddos.

Y - Youth. I may be halfway to 70 years old, but I'm still young and healthy enough to make major changes in my life so that I can live the rest of my life on my family's terms. I am open to new opportunities and inspired to make the most of each day that I'm given.


Take a few moments to reflect on all of the reasons in your life you have to be grateful, and consider how LUCKY you are!!!