People and circumstances aren't always kind or fair

You can't control how others behave or the circumstance that life presents to you.  Being kind and fair is not a sign of weakness, but strength of character.  Treat others the way you want to be treated.  And while you may not be able to control your circumstances, you can control how you react to them and what you do about them.

Be thankful!

As the new year begins it reminds me to be thankful.  People who are thankful don't necessarily have everthing they want, but are grateful for what they do have.  People who count their blessings are generally happier and healthier than people who don't.  So...if you can hear, be thankful.  If you can see, be thankful.  If you have a roof over your head and food in your stomach, be thankful.  If you have a job and money in your pocket be thankful.  If you are in good health, have family and friends who love you, be thankful.  Look around.  There is so much to be thankful for.  Practice an attitude of gratitude and you might just realize how good your life is after all.