Advice Papa Gave Me: Some Of Life’s Ironies. Count Your Blessings

My Darling Daughter,

Life is full of ironies.

If you are looking for wealth, somebody is looking for health.

If you are looking for health, somebody just died.

If you are looking for power, somebody has been there and is now powerless.

Each time you drive a fancy car, somebody somewhere is dying in a car crash.

Each time a new mansion springs from the earth, a new grave is dug below the earth. 

Each time you throw away a morsel, somewhere, somebody is searching for a morsel to survive. 

Each time you throw food into the dustbin, someone is looking for the remnant to eat. 

Each time you ask God to improve your lot or change your present situation, someone is praying to get to your present situation. 

For each celebration of childbirth, there are tears of bereavement. 

Life is full of contrasts, contradictions and ironies. Take it in your stride, don’t compare yourself to others – Just count your blessings.

Love you always,

Dad