This too shall pass...

Whether I am sitting by the warmth of a fireplace or walking outside on an icy-freezing-frigid-cold day, these two shall pass.  I can tend to get anxious at the idea that either experience could last forever or too long.  I can also get anxious at the idea of having to let go. I might not appreciate either experience if I had never experienced the other. I hope all of my life's varied pleasant and painful experiences will lead me to live in the moment and have gratitude.  "This too shall pass" can be a comfort during uncomfortable circumstances.  But maybe any circumstance would get uncomfortable if it lasted too long.  So for today, I am grateful that life changes.