50 reasons to live.

let this list be a reminder for those in times of trouble.

for those weary days when your eyes are hazed in a fog of frustration.

when that lump in your throat needs soothing,

when your heart needs healing,

and when you need a gentle reminder

of just how magical you are.

 

remember – like stars that stain the sky

you shine brighter 

because of the dark.

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50 reasons to live:

1. your morning cup of coffee – bonus points for hazelnut creamer or foamed milk 
2. puppy kisses
3. said pupper’s excitement anytime you enter the room 
4. morning sun
5. breakfast food – oatmeal, pancakes, avocado toast… I could go on and on with this one
6. the smell of a new book
7. flipping through your favourite novel
8. pinterest galore
9. music. music. music.
10. solo dance parties
11. feeling your heart beat at the gym
12. the colour of autumn leaves
13. green tea lattes
14. knit sweaters
15. sunsets
16. sunflowers
17. the smell of the earth after rain
18. freshly-made laundry
19. home-baked bread
20. a fireplace decorated in Christmas stockings
21. dog memes
22. subsequent hyena laughing @ dog memes
23. bath bombs
24. holding hands
25. puppy paws
26. poetry that gets you
27. the sound of rain
28. pick-me-up movies (here’s my list) 
29. overcoming adversity
30. the powerful duo of popcorn & pjs
31. birthday parties (including yours!)
32. travelling to your dream country (hello, Greece)
33. inspiring someone with your life
34. falling in love
35. making someone smile
36. driving with the windows down as the breeze combs through your hair 
37. the kindness of a stranger
38. getting married
39. baby feet
40. slipper socks
41. youtube karaoke (bonus points when coupled with #10)
42. all the unheard, wonderful music waiting to enchant your ears
43. good hair days
44. friends that love you unconditionally
45. long hugs
46. sand between your toes
47. feeling the warmth of happiness
48. the possibility of a better day
49. looking back at your life with awe, and being so thankful that you chose life, over and over again. 
50. because you’re worth it