LIVE WELL, LAUGH OFTEN, LOVE MUCH

LIVE WELL, LAUGH OFTEN, LOVE MUCH

While I was stepping out of the shower this evening, this saying that I have framed on my wall struck my eyes. “Live Well, Laugh Often, Love Much”. It’s one of my favorite sayings, but it tonight it struck me, and I began to think. Do I do these things, and if so, how?

LIVE WELL—I have a new appreciation for life and living in the present moment after the last few months. Life is a series of moments, a series of moments too short to not enjoy. Oh, sure we all have our ‘down’ days, and that’s ok—it’s just basic human nature. “Living well” doesn’t mean you have to have the best of everything, but it does mean that you have to make the most of what you have. Find happiness in the simplicity of life itself, and everything will then fall into place.

LAUGH MUCH—Even if it means laughing at my own self. Find joy, happiness, and humor at some point in each day. Don’t be uptight. There’s way too much in this world that can make us sad, but laughter is good for the spirit. Laughter is good medicine…and hey, it’s free!

LOVE MUCH—Love, true love, begins with yourself. Ru Paul says it best—“if you don’t love yourself, how the hell are you going to expect anyone else to? There’s so much truth in that. Love attracts love. Love those around you. Don’t take for granted the people who mean so much to you. If you love them, don’t be afraid to tell them, and tell them often. I am blessed with wonderful people in my life—people who have been with me on my journey for many more years than either of us are willing to admit, I’m sure. Still, some are newcomers in my life, and I’m equally grateful for the love they bring into my life. With some friendships, I think there is an unspoken love. The point here is that we let those we love know through our words and our actions that they are important.

Here’s my confession: I strive each day to put these three little phrases into practice. I promise to breathe in the breath of life, savor it and enjoy it. I will learn to relax—find humor in each and every day. And LOVE...the greatest commandment—enough said.