LIFE

If I had the opportunity to create my own bumper sticker that represented my philosophy on life it would say: live life to the fullest. These words mean dont put things off today for tomorrow, tomorrow is not promised to anyone. Being raised in a christian home, my parents had always stressed to live each day as if it were your last. Being young, I wasnt sure how to apply this to my life, as I got older and has experienced tragedies and setbacks, those words had a new meaning. I dont want to be "one of those people" who said I should have;

• called him or her back
• listened to my mom or dad
• told them I loved them
• forgave him or her
• asked are you ok?

Having regret weighs heavy on your mind. Its not a good feeling, it can stop your from getting to that next level in life, or hold you back from living and learning. Looking back I can specifically remember in high school being afraid to try out for any sports. However my last two years I decided to join track, and loved every minute of it. I was able to meet new friends and become familiar with working in a team. Playing a sport can build a tremendous amount of confidence to achieve other goals in any area of your life. During my senior prom I got the courage to ask my crush to dance, and soon became my current boyfriend. These examples are some what small and personal, but this philosophy can be applied to any situation.

I would like for this bumper sticker to emphasize how important it is to understand how limited our time here on earth really is. As human beings, we owe it to ourselves to take risks, to "jump than fall." This bumper sticker would hopefully be a reminder to maximize our experience during our short years of life. We all know or have heard of someone young, who has unexpectedly passed away. Although it is unfortunate, let that be a reminder....tomorrow is not promised.