When was the last time you were told you are important? When was the last time you were made to feel you are valuable and precious? And when last did you remind yourself or affirm to the fact that you are vital to humanity? In exercising this gift of life, we should understand the fundamental fact that it is not always guaranteed that the sea we sail on may be calm and friendly. Fact is that the challenging days of our existence may or may not be bright and promising. As Maya Angelou notes the stormy or sunny days, glorious or lonely nights, sad or happy moments, may come. But in all these, she advises us to maintain an attitude of gratitude to keep the ships of our lives afloat. Indeed, being optimistic on this street of pessimism could be daunting, but there is always tomorrow. There is always hope anew with every sunrise. And tomorrow might be your day. I remind you that you are still important and valuable to your family, your community and humanity. Today, I am bless
