Hello and welcome. I'm hoping you get well soonest. I am sick with a chronic illness and I know what you mean when you say you won't take life for granted anymore. It is one of the positive side of being sick, you appreciate things even than you used to. Indeed, life is short so make everything worth your while. I wish you all the best. Welcome to Steemit. I am new to this just like you. Take care and be well. :-)