Own or rent?

My random thoughts today took me to this question, am I living my life like I own it or am I living my life like I am renting it. So I was blessed to buy a home after looking for 13 years, so I am kind of picky but anyway. I treat my home different than I treated my apartment for a number of reasons, there are no maintenance people to drop by to perform repairs at no extra charge, I know that I will be there for many years to come but most importantly I am proud of it, it is mine and I worked very hard to purchase it. Which brings me back to my question living like a renter or an owner? Do I live like I want to be here for many years to come or do I live like it could all be over tomorrow? Do I mistreat people and behave as if I need no one or do I value and cherish the relationships I have? Do I treat my body as a temple or put garbage in placing no regard on my health? If I were to answer that question truthfully I would have to say it varies from day to day for years my actions have resembled renting my life however lately I have been living the life of an owner. I have decided to live this life unapologetically, I will live my life the way I choose and not make excuses. I will respect my temple and I will respect my brand. Yes I said my brand, everything in life has become a brand and I will protect my brand! So as you embark on each day when you take that look in the mirror to assess how you look ask yourself "how will I live today, like I own my life or like I am renting?" Then go forth and conquer the world!