Just thoughs!

THOUGHTS

In three words I can sum up everything that I learned about life, "It goes on." Today is one of those days when it's a minute away from raining and there's this electricity in the air, you can almost hear it. I can smell the rain almost. For fifteen minutes I stood on my window waiting to hear the first drops. There's nothing more relaxing then the sound of a thunder storm. It distracts me from thinking so much. As I paused into a long stare I knew there was this entire life behind things, and... this incredibly benevolent force, that wanted me to know there was no reason to be afraid, ever. I thought about my life and how crazy it has been. So many experiences that I wish I could capture every moment on video so I never forget. Video's a poor excuse, I know. But it helps me remember... and I need to remember... Sometimes there's so much beauty in the world I feel like I can't take it, like my heart's going to cave in. To understand that there's no real perfect life helps me appreciate things that much more. Nobody, as long as he moves about among the chaotic currents of life, is without trouble. And if that were the case, the word "happiness" would lose its meaning if it were not balanced by some sadness. When the going gets tough, make yourself realize that no matter what your problem is, someone is and always will be fighting a harder battle. Understanding this helps me appreciate the simple things. If I could give any advice from my own experiences it would be that tears don't help problems and whining won't make things better. Have faith but understand that faith makes things possible, not easier. Have hope but understand without doing anything nothing gets done.Never compromise your standards for anyone, do it for you. Remember that laughter makes the world go round. Beware of the person who has nothing to lose, see through the problem to find the solution. Don't make promises that you can't keep. Keep in mind, those who gossip to you will gossip about you. Say only what you mean, and don't believe everything that you hear because some day the story will be about you!Everyday is a gift, even if it sucks. Count your blessings, not your troubles. Never waste an opportunity to tell someone that you love them, because you never know what tomorrow has in store for you. Don't be afraid of falling in love. Isn't that why we are here in the first place? Think about it. Give people a second chance, because no one is perfect. Love all that you can, give all that you have, smile away your days, and try to dream away your nights.I came out of a very dark point in my life and it has become easier because I got out of my own way; I started to take less things so seriously and remember that really very few things in life are in my control. The rest of it sort of happens, and my job is to recognize opportunities and navigate through them. Everything falls into place eventually. I get so anxious about things and then I think of all the joy i've had in my life and then it flows through me like rain and I can't feel anything but gratitude for every single moment of my crazy little life

XOXO