Making Peace

I have been finding myself in a sort of fighting mood these days; not exactly sure where it has been coming from, but that's not really important anyway. What I do know is that I'm sick and tired of it, and it doesn't line up with the kind of person I want to be in this life. I have never been one to stay angry for too long, hold grudges, or be vindictive, and I am not about to start now. What would be the good in that? If I gave in to the "dark side" and acted on my frustration and anger, I would only end up hurting myself and the people I care most about, and I care too much to do that. I believe in karma and the Golden Rule, so I will continue to live accordingly. I have put my fists down toward the ground, released the stones from my grip, and let them fall... there will be no stony pitches thrown here. I take solace in knowing that for every stone I put down, there is one less stone aimed at me, and that is motivation enough.

I am choosing to forgive. I am choosing to let go. I am choosing to take a deep breath... and another. I am choosing to trust. I am choosing to play nice. I am choosing to make peace. I am choosing to be happy and bring happiness to others no matter what the circumstances may be.