What I have and what I don't have ...

Ok ... so this year hasn't been the easiest year for me. I've invested all this money into this farm back in the Philippines. Planning to go back to school, moved into another level of my work, have had many friends have health challenges. I'm supporting and taking on a lot of responsibilities in so many areas of my life. It can be overwhelming at times.

Yet, I stop and take a breath then think ...

today I had one of the best days of my life ... I got to hang with my family and go blueberry picking (slideshow) - coached a student, have a meeting with my new agent tomorrow to talk about this vast possibilities of a great NEW FUTURE ... I start to think about what I do have. I am so grateful that my parents are still healthy, happy - that I get to spend all this time with them and create these amazing memories. I definitely have to relate it to the fact that I have this amazing Buddhist practice and a great mentor - Daisaku Ikeda. I also am so appreciative that I'm a good teacher, a good actor who has not one but TWO shows coming up where I will be able to showcase my ability as a lead actor. I have gotten better at communicating. I have so much to be grateful for no matter how difficult things may get, I have a pretty good life. I just always have to keep looking ahead, keep looking forward.