Day 11 - List Six Things You Love About Yourself. Don't Be Shy!

Day 11 - List Six Things You Love About Yourself.  Don't Be Shy!

Oofta.  This one's tough.  I'm not big on talking about myself.  Nevertheless, here it goes:

1. First, and foremost, I love the life I've had the opportunity to live thus far.  My life has not been perfect by any means, and I think that's what I appreciate most about it.  I've been through some pretty amazing experiences (traveling abroad, being a mascot, meeting the Dalai Lama, etc.), and I've also faced some really big hardships (losing loved ones, finding a job, depression, etc.).  But like Tom Hanks says in A League of Their Own, "It's the hard that makes it great."  I love this life because I living and learning.

2. I love my childlike wonder.  I wouldn't want a mind any other way.  Loving superheroes, goofing around like a kid; my personality keeps me young.  I pray this never changes.

3. I love that I care so much.  There are days when I question the attitudes and perceptions of those around me.  There are days when I really just don't want to put forth the effort.  I often think, "Why do I try?"  Then I remember.  If I take a second to hold the door for someone or smile and give a peppy, "Hello!" to a person walking by, eventually, I WILL make SOMEONE's day.  I just need to be patient and keep up the kindness.

4. I love that I'm drawing again.  There have been a lot of days lately that I wished I would have taken an art class or two and I know a lot of my drawings have referenced other drawings.  But it really is a fun hobby.  It's something I hope to continue doing in my free time and hopefully at some point create my own children's book.

5. I love striving to inspire others.  I may not always accomplish it, but I love making every effort.

6. I love that I think deeper.  My thoughts are usually simple, but deeper.  I love seeing the world differently.  I may not always articulate my thoughts well right away, but I eventually get there.