I have days when I complain over the most insignificant things. There have been occasions on the weekend where I'm up and upset because my two year old woke me up too early. I overlook the fact that from my deck is a beautiful view of the sun rise and that the birds are singing good morning to me, or that I'm waking up in a house and not on the streets, and most importantly that I'm ALIVE!!! Other times I'm at school frustrated because my notebook or phone is not working properly. Instead of being annoyed because I'm waiting only a few minutes for information to come up on these devices, I should be thrilled that I'm attending school. I have been given the opportunity to better my life through education. I have financial aid which I am very grateful for and all that is required from me is hard work in studying. I am blessed beyond measure and I know I am undeserving of it all. I am blessed to live in a free country. I am blessed to have healthy children. My husband and I are blessed to be physically and mentally able to work. Too often I overlook these blessings that so many others do not have.
When I stop focusing energy on my troubles (if I can even call them that) and begin focusing it on what others need, I accomplish great things. When I serve others I don't have time to feel sorry for myself. This makes life so much more enjoyable. I wished I followed this advice all the time but I know some times I forget and get wrapped up in my life. I'm thankful though, that I realize when( me, myself, and I )has had enough attention and I begin making a difference in someone else's life. For me there is truth to finding the silver lining and making lemonade out of lemons. It is my prayer that everyone can see the blessings in their life and use them to bless others as well.
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