Glad to be alive

There are days that we awaken glad to be alive. We have an entire day ahead of us that has never been used and we can fill it in any way we choose. I can create a day that reflects my dreams. My day may go like this: I send a message to the Universe saying that it is time to consider a new car. My current vehicle has served me well and it has reached a point where it is time to replace it. That same day I receive an email from a friend saying that they are selling a family car with low mileage and in a very affordable range. Our thoughts can manifest that quickly when we are open to receiving. I take time to express gratitude for this response to my request knowing that more is coming. I also take time to appreciate the beauty of the day. I am blessed to live in a part of the country where winter weather is warm with clear blue skies. The trees will soon begin to blossom reminding me of the cycles of nature and life that are ever renewing themselves. Today brings new opportunities for growth allowing me to stretch myself while enjoying the process. When I approach life in this manner I know that it is a harbinger of many more like it. Even when things may present themselves as challenges I can still be glad to be alive. What are you grateful for today?