Count Your Blessings

>> While going through old files today I found this gem I wrote for my old website about 7 years ago. It seems appropriate to repost it. Of course a lot has happened since then.. but the last line is still pretty relevant.


count your blessings

I've been given cause to reflect on things once again this week. Sometimes I get so bogged down in my life that I forget there are others who deal with much more then I do. My friends brad and traci reminded me of that this week. Brad's blog is @ http://bludysok.blogspot.com/ if you care to read it. there is a church hymn that we sing, that says... "does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear. Count your many blessings, every doubt will fly, and you will be singing as the day goes by"
right now, I feel like singing.

MY BLESSINGS

I am 41 and at my last physical the nurse said I was in great shape, and looked 10 years younger . I am in solid health despite a few nagging aches and pains. that is a blessing

I am not bald.

At my last physical my blood pressure had dropped 20 points.

I have great friends who have proven themselves again this year, as they have been sturdy and reliable. Blain and Brad and Bobbie... thank you very much.

I have great kids. they are smart, talented, sucessful and able to keep themsleves clean from the temptations of the world.

I learned at a young age that there are things in this world that would impair my heath, reason and ablility to function, and have been sucessful in avoiding them for 21 years next month. Realizing this and being able to follow it has been a true blessing for me.

I have great parents who love and support me, were an awesome example for me, taught me how to deal with problems and rely on the Lord when things get difficult. As they age the continue to be vigorous and active in providing a quality example to me.

because of them I have never had to deal with issues such as abuse, neglect, dysfunction or any of the other emotional ailments that plague so many. I can honestly say, I have GREAT PARENTS.

i have the nessecities of life, and some luxuries, a decent car, a nice place to live, a consistent income.

I can play guitar, this has been a constant source of happiness and peace during my life. I am grateful for music and parents who actively made it a part of my childhood, even when at times they didnt want to.

I have the coolest brother in the whole world.
I have the best sisters....

Kirsten , Halie and Cole, they are the best. They are so strong and resilient, smart and artistic, creative and effervescent.. When they are here my steps are quicker and my heart is lighter.
Kenny is amazing. I have never known a 3 year old so full of life and vibrant and caring... and funny

jesus loves me. I know, it sounds so cliche cause so many people say it ..it almost means nothing. But I am telling you. I know he does. I feel it every morning when I open up my heart to him and tell him I need his help to get through the day.

and he always gives it to me.

for this and so much more that I could continue to write. I am truly blessed.