There are so many things that can change in an instant, yet often we forget how fortunate we are to have our daily routines, our state of health, our possessions and our loved ones.

Whatever curve life throws our way, as long as we are still breathing, it means each day will take a new direction and be filled with different experiences.

It means we will meet new people who will help guide us on this journey.

It means each day on this earth will feel like a gift from God.

So, embrace every day, and know that even though a routine has changed, whatever each day brings, we can get through it, one step at a time.

God will provide comfort, hope and acceptance. Priorities will change, and this world and our lives will be seen in a new light.

And chances are, with God at our side, that light will be brighter than any light ever seen before.

Most days our lives seem predictable. We have a routine to follow, and we anticipate each day to be similar to the last. We have come to expect so many things – water that flows freely from our spigots, food at all grocery stores, gas at all gas stations, and just about anything we could ever want or need at most shopping centers.

Most of us are fortunate to be relatively healthy, have the ability to walk, talk, see, hear, understand, create, shop, love. But sometimes, life throws us a curve ball.

One day, we may wake up and not be able to get out of bed.

One day, we may wake up and not be able to see.

One day, we may wake up and find out that a loved one has died.

One day, we may be driving and in a second, be involved in a serious traffic accident.

One day, we may go to the doctor for a checkup and find that we have a disease. Sometimes that disease may be curable; other times that disease may have no cure.