Today I woke up

I initially discovered this beautiful poem several years ago on Facebook. I shared it with a very special couple on our Skype chat. And after speaking the 3rd line the three of us were tearing. And I knew I needed to share it with others as it has touched many hearts at that time.

I haven't been able to locate the author, a Daniel Votino. The words mean more to me when said in the present tense. This I showcased in a video I created for my Youtube channel. You may watch it here. However, I'd like to share the original text as written by Mr. Votino:

Today I woke up and

I was everything I wanted to be.

I forgave myself for everything that

had ever made me feel ashamed.

I loved everyone everywhere...

even those who hurt me.

I sent love to those who

have lost their way.

I wasn’t afraid of anything anymore.

I realized I was endowed with

all the power of the Universe...

to think...to feel...and create,

and to love all that I have created.

I reveled in the realization that this

is the sum total of all I have

intended for myself to date.

I realized that right NOW is the only moment

there ever really is, was, or will be.

I knew that all my past, except

what was good, was gone.

I made a pact with myself never to forget

to hold this feeling as if it were a little child...

for indeed it was.

Today I woke up and I was everything I wanted to be.

~ Daniel Votino

Please listen with your heart, and share if you feel drawn to do so.

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