If You Take A Ride Down Memory Lane

 

If you take a ride down memory lane

This is what you will see

That your life was full of surprises

Many you couldn't foresee.

You never thought the road would lead you

To  where you are today

You never thought there would be so many twists and turns

Which would require you to continuously adapt your choices, your lifestyle, your beliefs, and your ways.

You never thought there would be some storms

That would give you your purpose and your mission

You never thought you would become so strong and determined

And develop such a unique and steadfast vision.

You never dreamed you had it in you

To do some of the things you have through the years

You never dreamed so many ideas and answers would emerge

On the back of so many tears.

You never thought you would come to terms

With all the potholes and detours that sent you reeling

You never dreamed you would find a silver lining in the darkest clouds

And find a way to get past some of the most overwhelming feelings.

You never thought you would get past your heartbreaks

And find a way to turn your sorrows into smiles

You never thought you would put your deepest heartaches behind you

And find a way to re-engage, reconnect, and thrive.

Yes, yours is a hero's journey, dear sweet reader

One in which from the threads of pain and confusion, you've created a life of joy, meaning, and sense

You deserve a standing ovation and thunderous applause for this no small, no easy achievement

And your example is nothing short of inspiring, awesome, and immense.

Take a bow.

Take a bow.

You deserve it.

You deserve it.