I'm Learning to Fly

I am pleasantly happy today.  I hope you all are too.  Want to know why?

I discovered that I am a superhero.

I can't fly...but then again I can.  I'm not incredibly strong...but then again I am.  I can't read minds, breath underwater, control the elements, whatever you can think of...but on the other hand I can do all of those things.

Superhero powers are descriptions of what human beings are capable of.

In my sewing class today, I was sewing many circles to form a gorgeous quilt I've been creating for months.  I felt so much peace and relaxation while I did this.  And I realized one of my superpowers is patience.  Not everyone can sit through all the time, detail, and mistakes of such a project.

My dear friend who I've become best friends with has taught me how to fly.  As much as I would love to actually be in the air like an eagle and see everything, I've felt a similar experience here on the solid ground.  Through talking with this friend, I've discovered so much positivity, possibility, and weightlessness of spirit that comes with finding true happiness.  I've felt like I've been flying, and by being this person's friend, I've felt like I can take a step back and see the broader picture of so many beautiful and important things.

I've become incredibly strong this year.  My school work has been very taxing on just maintaining my normal self.  My schedule feels incredibly cramped into too little time.  But through this busy-ness, I have seen how strong I really am.  I can do so many things!  I've worked really hard and gotten great grades, I've made time for the most important things in my life-my family, my friends, and the Lord-, I've said kind words and not let who I am slip when my mouth opens. I've seen the good in the world.  So much is happening, but I know I can handle it all when I remember what is the most important thing to me.