take it all in.

Today I realized just how negative we as humans can be. This doesn't go our way, or that happens.
I feel like my posts have been a bit negative lately, in that I talk about what I wish I had, instead of appreciating what I've already been blessed with. Our outlook and attitude towards life is key. So, this being said, I need to change my attitude. Optimism is what I'm aiming for. I need to smile more and sing in the shower!
I seriously have it so good; my own place to call home, a great roommate to share it with, an amazing family whom I now spend a lot more time with and who have become friends, an excellent job that keeps me afloat, my own vehicle that takes me wherever I want to go, my companion of a kitten, and so much more!
So why should I even be complaining?
Sometimes I try to look too much into the future, and hope for things that I'm not persistently pursuing. If I want things to happen, I need to go out and try to make them happen.
But one thing is key: Be content in the moment. I've had this quote written on the mirror in my room for years now. It's a daily reminder to enjoy what's right in front of me. These days we are all in rush, always needing to get to the next place or appointment. It has become a rare thing to just sit back and enjoy the moment. To stop always looking ahead and waiting for the next hour or day to get here. Instead of waiting for 5 o'clock to roll around, or the next morning to arrive, I need to stop, breath and look at where I'm at. To enjoy just that. And smile a little at it. Because really, life is good.

And really, how can life not be excellent with this little one by my side?