I still use it today. It reminds me of the struggle I have come through and the personal victory I have gained. I have never felt the need to question this title. In life, where things are both tough and wonderful, there is something wrong when we can not get out a message that ordinary people should consider themselves as heroes. I believe our lives are shaped mostly by TV and other influences that teach the greatness of anything but us.
People believe that greatness is achieved through status, a product, or by being someone else.
We need to remember the opposite of this and it has become my job to help turn this around. The transition from wanting AIDS to wanting life was not easy. It sounds trite to say AIDS taught me to enjoy life, but in some regards it is true. I allow less emotional garbage to pollute my mind. I need fewer toys and worldly trinkets.