Living is so big because I Live for the next adventure. I would miss it if I didn't. 

Happiness is like a major ingredient in a recipe; in that; there's no substitute for it. It would be like making a batch of cookies and forgetting to put in the sugar; they just wouldn't taste right.

When you're full of joy; you want to help others experience it too. When you feel good; you're inspired to do good. Your own 'bliss' naturally flows outward from you and benefits others; just as you receive the positive emotions of others. Happiness connects you to others as you lift them up through sharing your joy; it's infectious.

When I figured out that my cheerful nature benefits others as well as me; I started to allow myself to act this way more often; making a conscious choice to create joy every day. Whenever I felt upset; I'd remind myself that joy is a far better, more powerful emotion, and I switched into feeling it. Then I would savor that feeling by appreciating and growing.

Garry A. Ryan-Vision.

I shut my weary eyelids as I lay down around 11 pm. Then my sight goes away as I enter into my dream world.  I think dreams are amazing.  That is why Living is so big for me.  I anticipate what dreams are to come when I go to sleep at night. -Cash

Living Is So Big for me because I am Loving life, Loving friends and most of all Loving family! Every one is here for a reason. Live life to it's fullest! Love my kids and hubby! Thanks for Loving me back and making me feel needed.

My name is Suz but many people know me as Fuzz Bomb. Everything I create , everything I touch and everyone I am blessed to meet ends up being far softer and more loving. I live through love. I speak love. I am love. And as my inner world becomes more loving, the outer world responds in kind.

My story is far longer than this space will allow. There have been so many circumstances that others have called negative, overwhelming, challenging and unfair. In the midst of dis-ease and pain, I have found a few simple truths that my heart prompts me to share. 

I do the best I can with what I have. And that is enough. Multiple Sclerosis has limited my energy. So I have learned to use the time I have to focus on love. I focus on what is in front of me and I choose to use my energy wisely. Love is never wasted. Even the most angry person is affected. It may not change their actions but my responses change my experience. Sometimes I am called to plant seeds that I am not to see grow. Planting loving thoughts is enough.

And one more thing for now... and this one I'm still working on accepting...

My name is Karen Tyrrell, Australian survivor of mental illness.

When I was a teacher, parents at my school harassed me every day until I could take no more. I screamed out with night terrors and became Manic. Police incarcerated me into a psychiatric hospital. I wrote ME & HER: A Memoir Of Madness and ME & HIM:A Guide to Recovery, sharing my recovery and wellness tips.

I'm now a full-time mental health advocate, author and speaker empowering others to live their happiest, healthiest and strongest lives.

Please checkout: Living Is So Big story on Karen Tyrrell's website

My reason for living is sangria. If i were not living, then i would not be able to consume the best alcoholic beverage in the world. Peace. :) #SP

-Alicia Feghhi 

HI... 

LISB because in ONE moment you are happy and then the other you are sad.   ONE moment you are smiling and the other you are crying.  Another you are breathing and then you may simply be not!!!!

Now, I have known Chris since the third grade and we used to always hanging out together.  No matter what was going on, he was always my Best friend.  After not seeing him for so many years, all of a sudden we reconnected after not talking to him after for 8 years or so.

I reached his website and read his story. I just realized that Living is sooooo huge!!!  After 8 years of Faith knowing that ONE Day we would see each other again. IT HAPPENED.  The Power of Faith leads US to magical happenings .... I'm thankful for still having my Best friend and Brother!!!!!

My family: a bunch of crazies. I love them dearly. I wouldn't be who I am today without them. I will always be eternally grateful for them. My happiness is because of them. They get me through the best and the worst times in my life. I can never thank them enough.

Chris, your story touched my heart. I lost my younger brother on Mother's Day-May 13th, 2001. His name was also Christopher. He died of kidney failure, a battle he fought from age 8 to 23. He was a real fighter right up until his last day at Mountainside Hospital in Montclair, NJ. I learned the following from him and wanted to share it with you and your extended LISB Family on the Internet. 

We never really know what impact we have on the lives of others, especially with what we say and do or by not doing or saying anything. Sometimes being a good friend means listening without judgment. Other times it means speaking up when we notice something is not quite right. If we choose to treat others with kindness and compassion we will attract people who are also kind and compassionate. Most people just need to know that there is someone else who cares... about them. LISB!

I'm going to take action because I have a life to live.  I realize that Living Is So Big and by knowing that... I will not waste my precious seconds that I live.  I will take action and be the change I wish to see.

Today I finished a memoir for my school. I wrote about the moment I learned about my friend committing suicide and the moments after. It was really hard for me, but he inspires me. The life he lived, his faith in God, the happiness he gave me, and the friendship he shared to me.

The first night I met him we went and saw a movie together. The second night we went and sang karaoke with another couple. We got up to sing 'Eye of the Tiger.' Now that song is sacred to me. Now looking back  on the lyrics - they touch my heart. They read, "Risin' up, back on the street. Did my time, took my changes. Went the distance now I'm back on my feet. Just a man and his will to survive." Those memories just make me smile. He just makes me smile. He's such a great person. And I know more than anything I'll see him again. I just really, really miss him.

So writing my paper was kinda hard and I shed a few times thinking back on the pain and losing him. Even through I remembered the pain, I also remembered everything I have learned from Nathan and this whole new chapter in my life. I have learned that with friendship, with people coming together so many great things can come. That together we can make magic happen in this world. I ended my paper with the following.

"It will be one year on May 12, 2013 that I lost Nathan. That day will be hard. I will recall those tears and those pains. But most importantly I will remember the life that Nathan led. His friendship is remembered daily, our laughs, our jokes, the fun times – I remember those all the time. Nathan taught me to...

I just read a Note on your Facebook fan page. It's about being appreciative and drinking a glass of water is one of those Ahhh moments.  Never noticed it until now.  

I appreciate life and now water. lol   Thanks for such a simple reminder of what to appreciate. - Randy

I have my life, I can walk... everyone should be grateful just because of that.  I know people who can't walk, do not have legs, you get the point.  Anyways, LIVING IS SO BIG!  Always, my reason is because I can walk.  

Yesterday I was fortunate to attend the birthday celebration of a friend. At first I felt out of place...I'm 76 and everyone else seemed so much younger. Then, after meeting Jesus and after he pointed out his beautiful son, Chris,  across the room, he immediately told me about his gratitude for his son just simply BEING...anywhere. I was filled with gratitude for my life and for my four beautiful children.

After a while, I start wondering why I am still around. Yesterday is a reminder that I can begin each day with the realization that "Life Is So Big". To the Agudo family, thank you for all that you do.

My abilities.  These are awesome to me.  Why is living so big?  Well, I like to say because I have untapped potential with my abilities that I can tap into.  So many things.  =)

I wrote this a while back ago as a song, but then I rearranged it as a poem. It is written about my friend that I lost way too early. And these are my memories of him. I love it. I love him. I miss him dearly everyday. Just know that it is okay to miss someone you have lost; you are going to. And that is okay. And I believe they are still here. I imagine that one day I will see my friend again and I will hug him so tight. And we will talk, catch up, and reminisce on the memories we share. I know that will happen. 

That Sunday Morning

I looked up at your window as I walked past
and imagined you were up there -
Maybe you were playing your video games
or reading your favorite book.
I imagined you coming out the door to say hi -
and I felt the hug you would have given me if you were there.

I remember that Sunday I walked out late -
and you were there sitting on the steps waiting for me.
I reached to where you were and I asked,
"Do I look okay?" with a concerned look on my face.
And you said, "You look beautiful!"
Those words and your voice still echo for me to hear.

She was there sitting beside you while watching the movie
Her head on your shoulder, anticipating your every move
Her heart growing more every day for you.
We would talk about her on the car rides we would take
Wondering endlessly where your heart lay
     - and the ones that broke your heart