[Mary Jo]

Awesome .... Like you Denise, I too believe in finding the blessing. It's their. It's not always evident, right away, but it's their.

Choosing to be positive....choosing to be what we want to be....yes, you are right, it is OUR choice. Often we hear, "well, I can't help it...it's the way I was raised." "It's my parent's fault." ..... blah, blah, blah. The only persons fault is your own if you continue to walk in a way that is negative.

God gave us this life. It's precious. It's wonderful. Like you say Denise, "polyanna world" - no way! Everything is NOT always wonderful.......far from it.....BUT, it is what it is. Living thankfully is the ONLY way to live.

A very special Bible verse to me is this...."encourage and build each other up." 1 Thessalonians 5:11 - In my opinion it's the ONLY way to live. Put others needs ahead of your own....you will be blessed.

Thanks Ladies.....Great insight.

Mary Jo

P.S. Notice how boring I am......same color all the way through. Hahahahaha