How many times do we miss opportunities in life? Perhaps the better questions is, "How many times do we fail to see the opportunities in life?" I remember a friend I use to work with who was dismissed from the organization. Obviously an unexpected event. Art had always been a passion in this individuals life, however it wasn't until a door was shut in her life that God opened up another door which launched them into a whole new dimension of living their passion and dream. She is a tremendous artist whom I have had the privilege of studying under. Some people believe that everything that happens in life is orchestrated by God. I do not happen to be a proponent of this philosophy, however I do believe that everything that happens is an opportunity for greater things to happen. You see when it comes to art, God is a master at taking the things in life that are meant to destroy us and turn them into something good. How does he do it? Well one thing is for sure he doesn't do it independently of us. It takes us being willing to accept what is, and move forward with the attitude that if God is for us who can be against us. I am convinced today that what appears as a failure is simply an opportunity to succeed. Someone once said that problems are stepping stones to greater opportunities. I, like you, have had my share of disappointments, but this one thing I know, I am not looking back. I am pressing forward toward the tremendous opportunities that await me. I am going through the door with faith and hope in a God who is able to take everything and make it work for good. Seize the Moment!!!