Coping. One way or another.

Taking life in stride.  That’s very important. Because life is full of ups and downs. And it’s easy reminding myself that there are many more ups than downs. Furthermore, the downs aren’t all that low. They are more like middles. I can easily settle for the contrast. Of course, I don’t hesitate to complain. About stuff.  Because I have a right to gripe. To work for change. In myself. In the world. I don’t relish all aspects of life. But I am compelled to cope. One way or another. --Jim Broede