Enjoy the Ride!

Life is full of ups and downs.
If you are anything like me,
More than once you've prayed to God
To take away some of the low spots.

If I had only realized that the experience I was trying to shake off
Was actually a life altering opportunity
That was shaping me into the woman I am today,
I would have screamed, "Hit me with your best shot!".

Knowing this after the fact didn't make it any easier,
But looking back, I like myself so much better now
For having endured it. Besides, I'd never have realized how high I am,
Without the perspective of how low I've been.

The real lesson to be learned is to face our challenges head on...
With grace, style and conviction.

So the next time your life
Starts to resemble a roller coaster,
Climb into the front seat,
Throw your arms in the air
And enjoy the ride!

-Suzy Toronto
www.suzytoronto.com