Thoughts of the Day (9/11/09)

On such a somber day, very emotional for all, we must remember what life has offered us and given us and we all must be involved in the present and look forward to the future. When one loses something, one must be confident and aware that there will always be something else to gain. The balance of life works just like a car battery, with one negative side, a positive will counter that. It unfortunately works both ways, so we cannot ignore the fairness and reality that keeps us all level. Being thankful for whatever force we believe governs our existence is all too humbling for many, and it is imperative we pay homage to those who came before us, to those who have sacrificed for us and to those who fight for what we have. Although we cannot understand why some were taken from us and others still remain, there has to be faith in the aura of our world that good can be found in anything and in any situation. We are all just tiny particles when it comes to the big picture we call the Universe, but don't ever be fooled; every action we take, a reaction is right around the corner. The course by which we all travel is paved by what we do on a daily basis. Let's all make choices that will benefit those with us and those coming up behind us, because if we are to learn anything from today, it's that decisions can change not only our own lives, but those around us. Mark D. Hindy lived his life to the fullest and he greeted each day with a glowing smile and an infectious laugh. If we all lived like Mark did, life would be much more simple, much easier and happier. We all struggle with his loss, we yearn for an explanation and for closure. But Mark would only want us to be strong and to accept life's riches. He was too great for this earth and from now until eternity, he will spread his wings above us and will watch over us until we are granted the opportunity to see him once again. Mark, you will live on in all of us and every time that we laugh, make a joke or crack a smile, a part of you shines through.