You’ve seen the t-shirts, hats, and bags. The company has made much money promoting their “simple message of optimism.”

I wish it were that easy. But I do find when I can focus on the good, I am more appreciative of what I have and who I am. David and I walked downtown this morning, carrying an umbrella in the ever-present dark clouds–waiting for yet another storm.

We met friends at Foode for a fabulous brunch. A hundred laughs later, we waddled out to the street, bright sunlight streaming everywhere. Yes! The cliche popped into my head: life is good.