There are many things I would say or do if today was my last day. I would start by ordering me a huge cheeseburger with a tall chocolate milkshake, and after I finished, I would order me another. I would most likely not wear any makeup or do my hair and walk out of the house in sweatpants with a tee shirt. I would tell people what I really thought like, “Please stop talking." "You’re annoying me” or “You are really not a nice person.” I would race that Challenger next to me at the red light and see how fast my little car could go. I would probably plan a crazy trip somewhere; even though I know, I would not make it. I would feel unstoppable and empowered, because, after all, it would be my last day.

But, probably the most important things I would do, would be done with a thought out plan. I would apologize to my mother for me always being “right” and never quite listening to her advice. I would thank my father for all the hard work he does and the beautiful life my mother and he gave me. My sisters and I would share many jokes and laughter, because that’s what we do best. I would see my friends and give them some final advice on that same situation that has them worried. I would thank my coworkers for making my job such an enjoyable place, even on days that were challenging. I would hold my puppies close and let them give me as many kisses as they wanted to. And finally, I would call you up to tell you that I’ve always still cared even after you stopped. I would feel love and joy, because, after all, it would be my last day.

I would turn my phone off and admire my surroundings. All the colors in the world would be brighter and the sun would be warmer. I would actually feel the breeze in my hair and let it get all tangled. I would truly let myself feel every emotion I’ve ever had. All the sadness, anger, and resentment would come flooding out, and I would allow every tear. Afterward, I would think about ALL the happiness I’ve ever experienced and all the good that came with the bad. I would forgive the people who have hurt me and have hoped I had been forgiven as well. I would remember the times I made a complete fool of myself and just bust out laughing. I would feel happiness and at peace, because after all, it would be my last day.

There are many of us who are aware that tomorrow is not promised, but yet, we keep on living our lives as if it is. Unfortunately, sometimes it takes someone to give up on us, a death of a loved one, or for us to hit rock bottom before we ever decide to “look up.” So I ask you to truly think about what your day would consist of if you knew it would be your last. What would you say to the friend that’s been there through every triumph and tribulation? What would you say to your family who has always had your back and loved you no matter what? What would you say to the person who chose to walk away from it all? How would you make sure you showed your love even if you didn’t get it returned? And most importantly, how would you want to feel? After all, it could be your last day.