“Optimism – the doctrine or belief that everything is beautiful, including what is ugly.” – Ambrose Bierce

Burdens become blessings when we see all that knocks on our doors as gifts. Not necessarily the “knockers” themselves but their presence at our doorsteps!

We can welcome them, gently turn them away, or hold our ground as they insist on forcing themselves in. Regardless of what others do, the blessing is in the way we choose to respond.

So, yes, we can wee ALL our unwanted burdens as opportunities to better ourselves as persons, and so as personal gifts!