Michael Wojciechowski

Every year at this time, the question is always asked: what are you grateful for?  I never really gave the question much reflection, but when a friend asked yesterday, I found myself lost in a myriad of thoughts.  This year has been a—revealing, trying, hard, interesting—one to say the least.  I’ve experienced my highest highs and my lowest lows over the last 350 days.  But after the dust settles, and I’m left with just my thoughts to keep me company, I’ve learned that no matter how bad I have it, there is always someone else who has it worse, helping me to realize I haven’t really earned the right to feel sorry for myself.  But more importantly, I’ve learned I’ll always find someone who will help me back to my feet.  So to those who have helped me rebound, I thank you, and to those who find themselves lost and alone, know that it will eventually pass, and only through your trials can learn who you really are.