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Even Gloomy Days Can Be Bright

Gratitude brings a sense of hope

Kris Bedenian
4 min readApr 8, 2022
Photo of hospital by author.
Photo of hospital by author

“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning to dance in the rain.”

— Vivian Greene

Every raindrop has its rhythm!

A rainy day provides time to collect our thoughts and move on after the storm.

We can either be frustrated or choose to welcome it and begin dancing right along with the rhythm of the raindrops. We might even get a glimpse of a rainbow if we are lucky.

I’ve had many breakthroughs during stormy weather. Are you looking forward to the spring flowers? Every mild storm that passes brings a sign of refreshment. Have you ever counted your blessings while focused on a raindrop? My windshield offers a plethora of focal points.

Sometimes we must use gratitude to lose a lousy attitude. Coloring is a way to bring brightness on a gloomy day.

Photo of colored tulips by author.
Photo of colored tulips by author

“When I pray, I always thank Mother Nature for all the beauty in the world. It’s about having an…

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Kris Bedenian
Kris Bedenian

Written by Kris Bedenian

I’m a writer who has journaled for 26 years. My battle with breast cancer has given me a new perspective on life. Writing is a way for me to give back.

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