I think MY life is beautiful. I can't speak for anyone else, and I don't think it is really a philosophical question but an experiential one.

For me, the life experience is a beautiful one. That doesn't mean it is all sunshine and rainbows; it certainly hasn't been for me. But I am thankful for my life and the experiences I have had -- the good and the bad. Those experiences have led me to who am I, and I kind of like myself (not something I have always been able to say).

Would I have always answered this question affirmatively? Probably not, but I am fortunate to have moved into a period of my life where I seem to have finally come into myself. I'm pretty content. I can look back on the history of my life and be grateful to be where I am now. I am ready to face what lies ahead, and I know I have some very, very tough roads ahead of me. I'm okay with that; that is the experience and I will make it through.