Today, I Am Reminded of the Gift of Life

Favourable Results

For This I Believe

[This essay was written by Mary Chapin Carpenter for NPR's "This I Believe,” an ongoing series about the core values and beliefs that guide people’s daily lives. Mary Chapin Carpenter’s essay was broadcast on June 23.
The following is the original unabridged version.

Eight weeks ago I was released from the hospital after suffering a pulmonary embolism. [...]

This Is Where I Started

I want to think about how uncomplicated things used to be for me. I want to think about how uncomplicated things seem to be for the beautiful dragonflies in my garden. I am learning to appreciate just one day. This is my learning curve of gratitude.