Today is Thanksgiving Day, 2009.
Although it is actually the following day here in Fiji, I decided to take out a few moments for reflection.
I have a great deal to be thankful for. I had a good career and am having a great retirement. I am fulfilling a dream I've had since I was 18. I'm in the process of sailing around the World and taking my own sweet time doing it. I am meeting many wonderful people and learning new cultures. I am trying to become a citizen of the World, not just the United States.
Sure, I have more than my fair share of regrets and sad memories during my lifetime. I could have very easily fallen into the depths of despair and drifted about on a Sea of Alcohol instead of the Oceans of the World.
A friend once advised me: "Into each life a little rain must fall." I've had my share of downpours. Everyone, it seems, has also had their share of turmoil and tragedy. How we cope with these storms become the true measure of our moral and spiritual compass.
Be thankful for what you have. Enjoy your loved ones-------while you still can. Tell them that you love them--------while you still can. It costs nothing and pays tremendous dividends.
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Ahoy Captain Mal!
A very well written summary with feeling. I know the seas of booze and finally 10 years ago swam to a safe shore. I am greatful that my choice is not to drink today. Being amongst drinkers was OK, and I enjoyed myself. How I envy you on finding your true self and really doing what you love and life is giving back to you peace and enjoyment. I am thankful that I found your Blog and enjoy looking at the photos and oceans and gain some healthy escape from my time in an overdue project, staving positive!
Armchair sailor (for now)
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