Does anyone else ever feel this way about life?

My life is a crazy mess right now but I often find myself day dreaming about my future. I feel excited for my life and what will happen and the experiences I've yet to have. I smile thinking about my friends and how important they are to me. I feel a wave of contentment when I let my mind fantasize about how lucky I am to have made my own family out of friends that know who I am and love me, flaws and all. They've given me what my family never could. Tears fill my eyes to be accepted and loved and supported in that one aspect of life while every other aspect is a wreck. I just feel hopeful. I haven't let my life and it's obstacles hold back my love for life. I'm passionate. I've fought the feelings of hate and the temptations to be negative in my darkest hours and I feel a sense of pride in my strength. I have so much to give and one day I will have a real family of my own and have a place in this world. Too often we let our obstacles take over and let life defeat us. Tonight I'm celebrating my tenacity and optimism :) I'm grateful to be alive and I refuse to give up on myself. Everyday I'm learning how to love myself more and more. I go to bed each night wishing only the best for everyone around me. I hope others feel this way too or maybe my optimism inspires someone else not to give up as well.