Time to be grateful for the little things
It seems at the moment all we hear about is a tragedy or something bad happening to something or someone. So, for me, it was time to stop and take stock and be thankful for what I have.
I have a wonderful husband who accepts and loves me for who I am. He is caring and does alot for me and our children, and I'm pretty sure I don't thank him enough for what he does.
I have two beautiful children, who, while trying at times, are vibrant and healthy - who could ask for more. We are always being told by others that our 4 year old daughter is "much better behaved than some". I think is hard for us to see that sometimes - I think we can expect too much from our little 4 year old.
My husband has a good paying job and we have the material things we need to be able to live quite satisfactorily. Obviously we would love to have more (most would) but really, we have what we need.
I am nearly finished a University course - and although that has cost a fair amount of money, each time we thought we may have to delve into our savings to pay for it, the money has come from my husband going away. Unfortunately, I had to put up with him being away for 3mths in my first year of University, 3mths in my second year, and 6wks during my third year. Hopefully he doesnt have to go away for a long time during my last 6mths.
Then I was told tonight by a friend about a man who has a tumour at the base of his brain and has just had it removed and is recovering. So that made me grateful for all of our health.
And of course, last but not least, we have our lives. We did not have a Tsunami that ruined our home, family, posessions, Town etc. So we are thankfull for that and hope the people who were affected are able to successfully rebuild their lives, homes and hope.
Thats me - reminding myself to be happy with what I have, as there is always someone else who would love to be in your shoes because they don't have the same.
I have a wonderful husband who accepts and loves me for who I am. He is caring and does alot for me and our children, and I'm pretty sure I don't thank him enough for what he does.
I have two beautiful children, who, while trying at times, are vibrant and healthy - who could ask for more. We are always being told by others that our 4 year old daughter is "much better behaved than some". I think is hard for us to see that sometimes - I think we can expect too much from our little 4 year old.
My husband has a good paying job and we have the material things we need to be able to live quite satisfactorily. Obviously we would love to have more (most would) but really, we have what we need.
I am nearly finished a University course - and although that has cost a fair amount of money, each time we thought we may have to delve into our savings to pay for it, the money has come from my husband going away. Unfortunately, I had to put up with him being away for 3mths in my first year of University, 3mths in my second year, and 6wks during my third year. Hopefully he doesnt have to go away for a long time during my last 6mths.
Then I was told tonight by a friend about a man who has a tumour at the base of his brain and has just had it removed and is recovering. So that made me grateful for all of our health.
And of course, last but not least, we have our lives. We did not have a Tsunami that ruined our home, family, posessions, Town etc. So we are thankfull for that and hope the people who were affected are able to successfully rebuild their lives, homes and hope.
Thats me - reminding myself to be happy with what I have, as there is always someone else who would love to be in your shoes because they don't have the same.
posted by Ra'Phil | 9:13 pm
2 Comments:
How true is all that? It's easy to lose sight of what you have in the rush. Me too, I have so much and am grateful for what I have. I hope those people displaced in S.E. Asia can eventually rebuild their shattered lives, homes and communities. It's nice to see all the help being pledged. It's a heartwarming thought.
Yes Toria - it is easy to lose sight sometimes, that is why I posted this as a reminder to myself. Then when I browse through my posts, I will (hopefully) be reminded again.
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