By Stephen F. Knapp          

Everyday I choose to embrace a positive attitude as a fundamental part of my life.

It makes me get up in the morning, it makes me prepare for the day.

It makes me smile to those with whom I come in contact.

It guides the words I use to speak and write all day long.

It helps me to survive whatever fate throws at me on a daily basis.

It makes me ask for help when I need it.

It makes me plan for tomorrow, so I will be ready for it.

It makes me laugh, and see humor in things, it makes me see the good in all things, even when it may not be completely good. 

Attitude is reflected in how I approach every moment that I confront.  It is because of the attitude I have adopted that I am alive and enjoy life to the fullest, despite what the world considers as my limitations.

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My attitude is void of regret, sorrow, negativity, excuse, self-deprecation, hate, sarcasm, and depression.

My attitude is filled with love, respect, appreciation, hope, desire, sharing and understanding.

My attitude is my pallet and my life is painted by the colors I choose to use to paint myself and world around me.

I try and keep the colors as bright as possible.

I have Multiple Sclerosis, but my MS has helped me redefine and refocus my attitude. It is solely because of my attitude that I can still love life and live the life I have.