I don't want to act so high and mighty because tomorrow I may fall down on my feet. Lord, I thank you for sunshine, thank you for rain, thank you for joy, thank you for pain. It's a beautiful day yeah yeah yeah yeah. It's a beautiful day.
This song reminds me to be grateful regardless of everything. While I can't pinpoint specifics, I'm sure I'm really one of God's favorites because how else can I explain my good life, good health, loving parents, supportive siblings, adorable friends, and relatives?
While I have reasons to throw a pity party because, yeah, there were times I went so low and felt fed up, thank goodness I never gave up. Through it all, I've seen reasons to smile amidst the pain, reasons to drag myself by the feet and say, "Girl, you ain't quitting now!" The world won't understand how hard you've tried and failed; all they want to hear and understand is how you succeed. So, get through the pain, get through the tears, get through the daily criticism, and work hard, do it smart, and do it with determination. Only then will your success story be applauded.
As I reflect on my journey, I'm reminded that growth often comes from adversity. Each challenge has taught me valuable lessons, shaping me into the person I am today. I've learned to appreciate the little things, like a beautiful sunset or a good conversation with a friend. These moments remind me that life is precious, and every experience, whether good or bad, contributes to my growth.
After going through this and many more, you'd have more reasons to turn back and say, "Yes, God did." Despite the ups and downs, it's cheers to a good life, cheers to God's goodness, cheers to the strong and resilient lady I'm becoming, cheers to the tears behind closed doors, cheers to the heartbreaks and disappointments, and cheers to friends and family for always being there. When I look up, stars are always meant to shine in the dark, and I'm definitely one.
In the end, it's not about the struggles we face but how we respond to them. I'm grateful for the journey, the lessons learned, and the people who have supported me along the way. As I continue on this path, I'm excited to see what the future holds and how I'll grow even more. With each step forward, I'm becoming more confident, more resilient, and more grateful for the blessings in my life.