growing through the storm

today i choose gratitude. even during this time of fear and uncertainty, there are so many blessings to be counted. obviously the current situation is incredibly scary, but there is unfortunately nothing i can do to control that besides fulfilling my part in social distancing. therefore, i choose to enjoy my life right now and use this time in solitude to my benefit.

right now, i have no choice other than to focus on the present, as nothing in the future is certain. i must let go of my control of what tomorrow will bring, and take this time to be at home with my family and work on the things i can control, the things that school and my social life tend to get in the way of. i take this time to learn about myself and my family, appreciate what i have, and remember that there is a plan bigger than i can see.

i do not intend to neglect all of the all of the bad going on in the world, but i will not allow that to determine the quality of my current life. it it so rare to be given this time to just be. these circumstances are extremely unfortunate for the entire world, but i will continue making the best of this unique experience and continue to grow my character. i am not focused on the ACT or the summer or any social troubles. i am focused on what is right in front of me. and to have the time and ability to do that is a blessing in itself.