I was advised by one of my Doc's to hope for the best, but plan for the worst.

I can't say I have totally followed his advise, but I certainly respect it and I find I don't put off opportunities to enjoy living life like I used to.

Some people are overly optimistic, others are excessively pessimistic and many just try to be realistic.

On this journey, there have been times when I have been all of these and I know it is a long journey still; but then there are years of adventures I hope not to miss that are still left on my bucket list.