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The Best Day of My Life - Ever!
Today,
when I awoke,
I suddenly realized that this is the best day of my life - ever! 
There were times when I wondered if I would make it to today;
But I did!
And because I did, I'm going to celebrate!
Today I'm going to celebrate what an unbelievable life I have had so far:
  • the accomplishments
  • the many blessings,

  • and yes, even the hardships  because they have served to make me stronger.
I will go through this day with my head held high and a happy heart.

I will marvel at God's seemingly simple gifts:
  • the morning dew
  • the clouds
  • the trees
  • the flowers

  • the birds

Today none of these miraculous creations will escape my notice!  

Today I will share my excitement for life with other people.
  • I'll make someone smile.  

  • I'll go out of my way to perform an unexpected act of kindness for someone I don't even know.  

  • I'll give a sincere compliment to someone who seems down.  

  • I'll tell a child how special he is, and I'll tell someone I love just how deeply I care for them and how much they mean to me.  

Today is the day I quit worrying about what I don't have and start being grateful for all the wonderful things God has already given me.

I will remember that worry is just a waste of time because my faith in God and His Divine Plan ensures everything will be just fine.

And tonight, before I go to bed, I'll go outside and raise my eyes to the heavens.  I will stand in awe at the beauty of the stars and the moon, and I will praise God for these magnificent treasures.

As the day ends and I lay my head down on my pillow, I will thank the Almighty for the best day of my life.
And I will sleep the sleep of a contented child, excited with expectation because I know tomorrow is going to be the best day of my life - EVER!

Updated July 25, 2007

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