Inspiration that fuels my love of life, despite the peaks and valleys, has many sources. Martin Luther King's fearless frontal attack on the evil he knew would kill him in the end. 'Doctors and Nurses without Borders' forcing entry to places where evil men with guns threaten worse than death. Paula's (Feresaknits Blog) unwavering acceptance of the torturous effects of the harsh chemotherapy warring against her myeloma. And I have to admit, Tom Brady leading the Pats onto the field each Sunday is a charge.
When you sum it up, it has all to do with one's attitude toward life. You can face it scared. Or, choose to rise up, rushing headlong into the maw of the adventure, absorbing numbing loss and newfound love. Then stand whenever possible to finish your day beneath the sparkled radiance of tiny stars splashed against the immensity of a black, ocean sky.
One of my favorite quotes says it best:
“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!”
― Hunter S. Thompson
Stephen
Thanks for sharing this post. It made my day better just to think about all the people who made and are making so much difference in the world. I like the imagery of the black, ocean sky too. That is one thing I enjoy about where I live... the sky is heavenly, brilliant and clear, and yes at the end of the day it feels good to gaze up at it.
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