Alive Quote by Anonymous
“I war running back to the house in Mayaguez with a melting ice cone we called a piraqua running sweet and sticky down my face and arms, the sun in my eyes, breaking through clouds and glinting off the rain-soaked pavement and dripping leaves. I was running with joy, an overwhelming joy that arose simply from gratitude for the fact of being alive. Along with the image, memory carried these words from a child's mind through time: I am blessed. In this life I am truly blessed.”
About This Quote
Source Memoir: Summer of 2015, Personal Blog
Joy can arise from simple sensory experiences and gratitude for life’s existence.
In simple terms: Gratitude over small moments creates deep joy.
Practice daily gratitude.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- summer activities
- gratitude journaling
- mindful walking
- celebrating life
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate gratitude daily?
- What senses bring you the most joy?
Joy may be fleeting without reflection.