"All problems are illusions of the mind" - Eckhart Tolle As we stand on the vast stage of life, it’s essential to remember that the world is neither our ally nor our enemy–it simply is.  This vast, expansive universe we call home remains indifferent, not pausing or bending to our individual wants and whims. As much as we’d like to believe otherwise, life doesn’t owe us favors, breaks, or good times. Remember those childhood days? Days when loving voices told us we were unique, special, destined for great things? Well, here’s the twist: while every one of us begins with a blank canvas, an untold story, a world of potential—it’s our choices, actions, and resilience that dictate how that story unfolds. Think of the world as a tool, a hammer, to be precise. In our hands, this hammer can help craft remarkable creations, forging legacies that last lifetimes. Or, with one misjudgment, it can bring destruction. But the hammer itself is simply a tool. Its power lies in our intent, our vision, and our determination.  Our journeys, our trials, and our victories—each adds a brushstroke to our canvas. And it's entirely up to us to make it a masterpiece.  We may not enter this world with a crown of specialness bestowed upon us, but that doesn’t mean we can’t leave an indelible, unique mark behind. How will you leave your mark? Eddie