Because stories only go so far.
Because there are things to be grateful for.
Because gratitude helps.
Because life is painful and beautiful and precious — all at once.
Things I am grateful for:
My life.
My ability to listen.
My ability to learn.
My ability to change.
My “talent for insatiability”.
My ability to love and be loved. I have so much to give.
All I have lost.
All I have learned.
All I have fought for.
My mind.
My heart.
My freedom.
Thank you for listening.