Y'all know I'm not one for sappy, sad, or deep posts so bear with me today.
It's hard not to get caught up in your needs, wants, excuses, and complaints but when tragedy strikes it's hard not to reflect on what you HAVE in your life instead of what you DON'T have. It's so sad that when something bad happens is usually the only time when we are really forced to count our blessings. We should count them daily...I know I certainly should.
My real life bestie (and blogger) Sandi and her family have been through the ringer when it comes to tragedy. Take a look at this post she did yesterday to get more perspective.
So this week I've been reminded to count my many blessings.
1. I have two healthy parents that love me.
My dad had a stroke in 2005 and was in the hospital for several months recovering. He was laid off from his job a few months before and for over a year was out of work with no income. But now he's retired and still the same Daddy I've known all my life. Funny, upbeat, and for lack of a better word...blunt. (If you know my dad you'll know what I mean.) It could be worse...WAY worse.
2. My maternal grandparents are still alive and well.
My grandfather is in his mid-90's and has diabetes. He was the baby of his family and the last one that remains. He's had some scares here and there, but he still wakes up every morning with a smile on his face.
My grandmother had a lumpectomy to remove breast cancer around 2005. Then in 2010 the cancer came back and she had a full mastectomy. But you would never know it. She never talks about it or let others feel sorry for her. And she still cooks Sunday lunch almost every week.
3. I have a job...that I love.
Some people can't say that they have a job. And most people can't say they have a job that they love.
4. I'm healthy.
I've never had a broken bone, hospital stay, surgery or what not. *knock on wood*
5. I have a roof over my head and food in my fridge.
It might make me broke some days, but I am able to feed and shelter myself every night. And if I couldn't do that...I know somewhere I could go to get it.
12 comments:
So very true sometime we forget the little things that mtter most!!
Your grandparents are adorable and thanks for sharing Sandi's post.
I don't know why I had never seen a picture of pops before but I had not. Presh!! What a sweet post. For the 10th time, do I know you?
aww, this has really inspired me to do a post like this of my own! I also have never had a broken bone, hospital stay, etc. :) my husband thinks I'm weird for that.
I loved reading this Beth. I think we all could take more time to appreciate what we have, and for the blog world, you just put out a big reminder.
Refreshing!
Oh and your family is adorable, duh.
CarissaExplainsItAll
Great post, Beth...definitely something I needed to hear today. <3
I love this post! Especially because this week I've had the exact same thoughts.. it's so easy to complain, but when you think about the things we complain about they're often first world problems. We are blessed with SO much, we need to take the time to appreciate it more often! Great post!
i love this! Im glad you are such a dear friend who understands and is thoughtful, caring, etc.... some people just take for granted all the things that mean the most and that just irritates me and more than anything makes me sad. I have a post coming for you this weekend my dear :) Love you lots and thank you for being THE BESTEST FRIEND EVER!
great post :o)
Thank you for the reminder that I need to count my blessings! Love this!
great post, beth!!!xo
Aw, I love this post! I tend to have a mushy gushy side and this resonated so much with me - You are SO blessed. Remember that! Mostly because you now have me in your REAL life ;)
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