Thank you to everyone who have given me encouragement on the introduction of this blog. I have taken all your comments and praise on board and it has made me even more determined to create this resource for all those out there who want to learn to CHERISH their LIFE.
I am going to focus the next few posts on letting you get to know me better in the context of this blog so you understand where I am coming from. I will leave you for the weekend with an insight into my life. The following are the reasons why I CHERISH my life. They may be simple but they are what gives me courage to take on another day.
- I wasn’t expected to reach my 18th birthday and I am now 26 and doing well (an obvious one but quite important, I think!).
- My illnesses make everyday a gift.
- I am blessed with a super supportive family and boyfriend. They are the glue that holds me together.
- I have the ability to achieve my goals if I actually try (and if I refrain from talking myself out of it for fear of failing!).
- I feel proud of my life even though it is not considered “normal”.
- I have achieved many great things and will continue to achieve even more in the future.
- I have had some amazing and humbling experiences in my life.
- My illnesses have given me people and experiences that have enriched my life.
- I am capable of great strength and resilience.
- I am living the memories I want to leave behind right now….. those of hope, happiness, joy and strength.
Some of the above are obvious, others are not relevant to everyone however I believe it is so important to sit down and look at what you have to live for (illness or not) and what about your life do you CHERISH (“hold dear, treat with tenderness; aid or protect”)?
My list is above, for all the world to see. I am proud of it, just as you should be proud of your own list no matter what you have or haven’t achieved, fought, seen, done or experienced. IT IS SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE….. and I celebrate by living well.
Have a great weekend…. see you on Monday.
All the best, Lily
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