I've come to realize

 
1. I've come to realize. . . true friends are a treasure of great value. Few choose to let go the façade and reveal themselves as they are

2. I've come to realize. . .  my job doesn't define who i am, is a means of providing, and an opportunity to explore the fascinating world we share

3. I've come to realize. . .  most people hurt within whether they reckon the reality or cover with busy


4. I've come to realize. . .  this country is struggling as our leaders fail us again and again; yet what an amazing adventure it is as I meet people of diverse lifestyles and worldview


5. I've come to realize. . .  my childhood impacted who I am yet doesn't dictate my choices now

6. I've come to realize. . .  people use and manipulate giving, loving people. Confounds me how people can change so thoroughly over time. Maybe its circumstances and coming to face mortality.  Crisis AND HOW WE RESPOND in the midst defines our character.


7. I've come to realize. . . when I'm struggling with a hard day, a chat with a sassy friend I adore replenishes my soul

8. I've come to realize. . .  money is a necessity in our society, and has far more power than it should

9. I've come to realize. . .  each of us is either a giver or taker

10. I've come to realize. . .  I wake with a zest for life and anticipate the possibilities the day offers


11. I've come to realize. . .  my siblings are different in every way from me. I had to be adopted


12. I've come to realize. . .  my mom has mental issues. Every memory i recall, abandonment and sadness reigns.


13. I've come to realize. . .  my Father  is a kind man,  just never showed love or interest in us


18. I've come to realize. . .  I need ME time every day



19. I've come to realize. . .  my discernment in people is acute; except in romance where I've sucked donkeys



20. I've come to realize. . .  life and love ARE worth the risk and effort