I can become so internalized and so reading encouraging blogs helps put life in perspective. I went to read Especially Heather who is conquering brain cancer. Praise God! She suggested writing down thirty things that are great about your life. I thought this would change my whining to praise, so here is my list:
1. I have a Savior that loves me!
2. My husband and children love me.
3. I have a warm house to go to every night (very much a blessing in MN).
4. I have a job that I enjoy.
5. I get to serve at a dynamic growing church.
6. I have access to good health care when needed.
7. Blessed with an abundance and choice of foods.
8. I had the opportunity to get a college education.
9. I can vote.
10. Blessed with a hard-working husband.
11. Wonderful in-laws that make me feel like family.
12. Daily access to a Bible.
13. Laughter with my children.
14. TWO dirty bathrooms with running water.
15. Wisdom gained from growing up in a single parent home.
16. Generous husband that drives the beater car so that I can have a reliable one.
17. Hugs and kisses from Eli at bedtime
18. Sight - being able to see, even if I need contacts/glasses/corrective surgery.
19. Freedom to listen to worship music of all kinds on public radio.
20. Hope and peace of knowing that I have a place at the table in Heaven
21. Thrill of seeing my daughter achieve her goals in swimming and in school.
22. I can read and have access to free libraries.
23. Good friends
24. Reliable and wonderful daycare provider for Eli before and after school.
25. Change in seasons - the cycle of life before your very eyes.
26. Exercise and movement (sometimes)
27. Respected by my co-workers and family - shown in words and actions.
28. Quiet nights by the fire watching a movie together as a family.
29. Family vacations - need I say more?
30. Freedom to post a list like this.
It took me awhile. I wanted to list those intangible things - because "stuff" just breaks. I hope that you will take some time to think of your list. Let me know if you post anything and I will come and read it.
Blessings
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1 comment:
Great idea! I'll do this too.
Reading through your list, I can see how God had His hand upon you and blessing you. This post is very encouraging, I can't wait to do mine :)
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