Our lives contain two kinds of tests:  Those that we know are coming and those which are suddenly thrust upon us.  With the former, we can prepare for it.  When we are tested, passing it will depend on how well prepared we are.  With the latter, passing it is up to how well we are able to deal with it.  Those tests – which come suddenly without any notice – show the true mettle of who and what we are.

When you pass one of life’s ‘pop quizzes’, be especially proud of what you accomplished.  Your success was not based on anticipation but on mental, emotional and spiritual predisposition.