Thursday, January 14, 2010
Thankful Thursday - counting my blessing
The devastation in Haiti is heartbreaking.
Countless children lost.
Countless families divided.
When something like this happens we are given an opportunity to see what is really important in life. What really matters.
It isn't all the material things that bind us, it's human connection. It's touch. It's a hug from a friend. It's a phone call from your mom. If you've been putting off that interaction today is the day to reconnect.
As for me, I'm at home today nursing a sick little boy who has a stomach bug. I'm sitting in my warm house hovering over him as he tries to fall asleep. He had a few sips of clean, pure drinking water and he is resting comfortable on our couch. The only sound is the rythmic rotation of the washing machine as it cleans his soiled clothes and bed sheets.
Even in my exhausted state, I am capable of seeing how truly blessed I am.
May God's goodness shine down on Haiti. We are praying for you.
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About Me
- kisatrtle
- I'm a 41 year old (gasp) freelance writer, school cafeteria manager, wife and mother. I have three children and one anxious and overweight beagle. I use my blog to make others laugh, to share some cool crafts, to document my lunchlady adventures and to lament about the challenges faced by us all on the journey called life. Thanks for visiting. Please leave some crack...um...I meant some comments.
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A word about this post. AMEN!
Be thankful for what you have today. Even your stresses, they could all be gone tomorrow.
My every prayer goes to the people in Haiti. So devastating. I can't even bear to watch the news. Prayer is a very powerful thing. Today, and in the many days to come, it will be constant.
P.S. Feel Better Soon Wishes to your little one.
what a truly lovely post, and a much needed reminder...
thank you friend, be blesed
I hope the little guy gets better soon;)
It's true. It makes everyday annoyances seem more than trivial.
It is absolutely heartbreaking. I can't even imagine how difficult it is for them right now. You are so right though, even in times where we are exhausted, sad, frustrated, and so on there are people out there that are facing much worse and we have to remember that.
I do hope that your little guy gets better soon though!