You know, sometimes I just induldge myself in a pity party. I don't mean to do it, it just happens and before I know it, I'm crying and feeling sorry for myself about the way life has turned out. I can barely walk most days, I've raised my kids practically alone, my parents are gone, I live paycheck to paycheck and barely that sometimes, I loved someone who didn't love me back (at least I don't think so).
Then, someone shares a story with me about a person they know whose straits are so much more dire than mine - and I have to realize life ain't so bad and I need to shut up, get up, and go on.
Sure, it hurts to walk - but hey - I'm alive and have my mind. I have a wheelchair if I decide to give up - and I could buy new legs!
My kids are almost grown, and while there've been some really tough days - they are smart kids who look to their futures positively, they're healthy, opinionated, and respectful. They haven't made decisions that have ruined their lives - what else could I ask for?
I had my dad for 35 years and my mom for 42, longer than any of my siblings and longer than a lot of folks in this world. I have lots of good memories and I truly believe I'll see them in heaven one day - can you expect anymore? And, I have brothers and sisters I love dearly - we all still speak and can spend time together - not something every family can claim. Kudos to Mom and Dad on that one!
Money - oh well - ever see a Brinks truck in a funeral possession?
And on love - at least I did love - and while it ended badly - I know I did everthing I was humanly capable of to do the right thing everyday - I don't have to claim his baggage.
So - during this holiday season - if you get to feeling lonely and sad - concentrate on all of the good things in your life! You'll be surprised how many there are and just how much worse things could get. Bow you head and thank God for all your blessings and his grace in your life.
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