A year ago today I was celebrating my special day here...
Wasn't that a birthday to remember? I was feeling a little wistful last week thinking about it, but then I realized what a blessing it was to get to go at all! I will never forget the wonderful time I had sharing this experience with my daughter - what a terrific way to spend a birthday - but isn't each day a precious gift? Should I be any less happy because I am in my own home? I think not!
And every day we have to spend with our loved ones here on this earth is a blessing, no matter what. Life brings trials and pain, but how we choose to live each moment is how we overcome those things. Yes, I have worries and troubles, but each day I want to laugh, and experience the peace that I have been given through trusting in the One who holds me in His Almighty hands.
My husband and I were laughing this morning. Guess what I got for my birthday this year? A new radiator for my car! Ah, yes, I could cry and pout that we had to do this, but I am happy for a car that will get me where I want to go - what a blessing not to have to walk up hill to the store for milk and bread! (yes, I really did cry a little when we found out that it needed to be done, but I got over it...)
Whatever is bugging you today, let it go - think of something to be thankful for and smile. Life is too short to be sad!
Happy Birthday Pamela! such an uplifting and thought provoking blog..thanks!
ReplyDeleteI understand your gratitude, Pamela, and feel the same about my life. I have had the blessed, and unexpected opportunity to visit Australia, not once but four times while our daughter and her family lived in Sydney. I reflect on those trips and realize how fortunate I was. I knew it at the time, and I gratefully remember it now. It's good to know you're doing the same about your life experiences.
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