Gratitude

It is wonderful to be alive at this time.  It is amazing to see the wonders of science and technology.  Instant communications, advances in medicine, the availability of information within seconds, multi-media interaction available to the average citizen, improvements in hygiene and sanitation, rapid travel ... many of these things most of us take for granted.

In such a short period of time, these advances have taken place.  Within only a few generations we have gone from the industrial age to the information age to whatever you call it right now.  It is nothing short of miraculous.

What a time to be alive!  I get to witness this and be a beneficiary of all these advances.  I can also leverage these modern developments to create even more value for others and help many people.  Opportunities abound.  We still have many liberties that permit us the freedom to innovate, create, develop, build, leverage, benefit and bless others.  It's still a great situation to be a part of. 

The best way for me to show my appreciation would be to take full advantage of the abundance and blessing of which I am a recipient and make the most of it - especially as it is used to bless others.