A winner in some ways

Everyone of us, have "won" something in their life time. For some it might be a gold medal that they won at an exam, for some it might be a pricey dress, shoes or some values. For someone it might be someones heart that they have won. I might not have won a lot of things worth narrating, but ... I am a winner, each time, when-- I dont let my insecurities get the better of me I be my own self without letting any person affect my persona I maintain my dignity and not let anyone trample on me I remember people for the impressions that they have left behind and not what they have done, or whether they are with me now. I skid each time, I drive on snow and am able to steer myself out of the storm I meet a new person with an open mind and keeping in mind that he/she might not be permanent I remember people who are no more companions in this journey, fondly. When I don't tear away the greeting cards or photos, that were treasured possessions. When, I choose to keep sweet memories in a seperate closet from the not-so-sweet memories. I admit my fears and apprehensions to a loved one and do not consider crying to be a job of the weak hearts I refuse to take everything thats served on my platter and prefer to serve myself I refuse to look at the world with rose-colored glasses and accept the reality, no matter how harsh, and manage to move on I confess So, guys..are you winners too??