My mom always told me that when everything seems to go wrong, and life sucks, really sucks, she said that I should be thankful that I'm breathing. It may sound funny but if you're alive and like it, it makes sense to be thankful for that. I am thankful everyday for a mom wise enough to say that.

My Mom has COPD pibita. Believe me, your mother was right.
I remember being upset that my jog wasn't going as I thought it should be one day and thinking "I wish I could do better!" I passed my neighbor on her porch who was hooked up to oxygen. She remarked to me that she wished she could exercise again.
It was a poignant reminder that I needed to be thankful for my blessings

It puts things into perspective huh? I hope your mom is doing well debbyski.

Sure does pibita.