Today I Remember...

If tears could build a stairway,

And memories a lane,
I’d walk right up to Heaven
And bring you home again.
~Author Unknown

Ten years ago today, my Gido (grampa) passed away.

Even though I was only 5 years old at the time, all of my memories with him are very vivid. He was a very special man, and I miss him so much.

R.I.P <3

Also, today I found out that one of my very close guy friends lost their dad yesterday evening due to a heart attack. I found out today, from him, he was so strong about it, which truly inspires me. This really hit home for me, as I lost my uncle earlier this year from the same, unexpected cause. I'm keeping him, and his family in my prayers this week. I can't imagine the loss that they're feeling right now.

Loss of a family member, especially unexpectedly, really takes a toll on someone. It takes awhile for everything to kick in. For it to become real.

Today seemed to be a very emotional day. I pray that tomorrow will be better.

I Believe.

I believe that everything happens for a reason.

I believe that things end so that new, better things can begin.

I believe that before you love someone else, you must love yourself first.

I believe that everyone deserves a second chance. It may not be the same chance that they had before, but they do deserve some type of second chance.

I believe that self image is a very powerful thing. If you don't have a good self image, no matter what anyone else says, you will always have negative thoughts.

I believe that the phrase "no one is perfect" is an understatement. Everyone is perfect, in their own unique way.

I believe that if you surround yourself with positive people, you will be a positive person.

I believe that addiction is a very powerful thing. But I also believe that everyone, no matter who you are can overcome addiction.

I believe that you cannot change for anyone. You can only temporarily alter yourself for them. It is only change, if you want it for yourself.

I believe.