Graciously defined

It seems easier to act the way one wants when clear of what it looks like. So, a review of what does living graciously mean? According to a dictionary, gracious means characterized by kindness and warm courtesy, merciful, compassionate, elegant. Yes, that is exactly how I intend to be in living with this diagnosis. Intention is the key element, it seems, followed by practice. The tone of one's voice, not correcting inaccurate information, fixing nutritious and enjoyable meals are all types of practice in living graciously. Today I am fixing for breakfast a favorite: fruit smoothies. Organic unflavored yogurt blended with delicious frozen fruits. These little things help make up the essence of good living.