Was going through my old documents when I found a letter from my ex-principal, part of my Secondary School Graduation Gift. A reminder to keep my chin up, to embrace the here and the now. 

The difference between a dreary day and a beautiful one is mainly in what you make of it.

The difference between an impassable obstacle and a golden opportunity is primarily in what you make of it.

Your attitude is the filter through which moments of our life are seen and known and valued. What gets through to you and what does not, is largely up to you.

Life can be filled with unfairness and misery, or it can be full of invigorating challenge and opportunities for achievement. So much depends on how you take it, on what you make of what comes your way.

As this day plays out, whatever the moments may bring, make the choice to look first for the positive possibilities. This day, this moment, this life, is what you make of it.