Rolling the 100 sided die of success.

Everyday I get up and I choose to roll the die of success.  On the die is 99 sides marked F, which stands for Failure.  Only one side is marked S, which stands for success.

Now I don't believe you get to choose which die you are born with.  But I do believe that most people have an opportunity to roll that die.

And my willingness to do so is what separates me from the herd.  One day I'll win.

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