Gratitude - Day 16 - Heart ❤️ In my early 30's I was diagnosed with heart disease - cardiomyopathy to be exact. . I've never smoked a cigarette. Never tried illegal drugs. Never been much of a drinker. And at the time, perhaps 15 pounds heavier than the ideal weight for my age. And yet ... here I was. Near a heart attack when it was discovered. . I developed high blood pressure while pregnant with my son and they believe that is what triggered the heart disease. . So when I say I am grateful for heart, I'm grateful for both the literal version and the theoretical one. The one that loves big and loves hard. The one that never gives up. The one that pours itself into anything I am passionate about. . This serious health scare over 10 years ago provided such perspective to really embrace life and love and adventure. To live wholly, with less fear. To feel openly, without regret. Because I am so blessed to be standing here alive, with a beating heart, I pledge to not waste it's beautiful b...