I am Thankful.
In today's world, we often take for granted many things that we have as being "expected" or "routine" or "normal". Lately, after visiting family, and friends over the past few weeks, I have been reflecting upon myself, my life, and my situation.
For all the flaws i have, both in my life and in my "world" I have come to the glaring conclusion that while nothing is perfect, I am very thankful.
I woke this morning, got dressed, drove to work. Had breakfast of my choosing, worked, had lunch of my choosing, and work some more. Then tonight, as i end my work day, I will drive home, and complain about the traffic, to cook a meal, in my home, and with my wife and cat spend the remaining part of the day reading, watching television, and enjoying various other hobbies. I am thankful.
I have more than many can ever dream of. I have food on demand, climate control, the ability to wear different clothing of my choosing, the ability to go where i wish when i wish, for the most part, a home that i can call my own, regardless of how much i may owe the bank, and automobiles, again regardless of what I owe, that i can call my own. I have hobbies, and have had the drive and desire to educate myself, on my own, figuring out how to pay for things, to better my situation however i may. Many do not have even half of what i have, material wise, drive, financially, or physically, and for that I am very thankful.
This world, even with its flaws, has been kind to me. I Have my health, which is the very most important thing, next to having those that love me for who I am, no matter my flaws, looks, or idiocy. These too, have made me realize, I am Thankful.
I may not have everything, but I surely have more than enough, and that is not including the materialistic things. In life people are what matters. Those who are in your life, that love you, for better or worse, are the ones who matter. We often overlook that, in life's daily tasks, especially in the "first world" where we're more geared for materialistic wants and desires. I know the love of family, and that of children who light up every time they see you, even though you are not their parent, and that is nothing less than amazing. I have the love of friends, some lifelong, some recent, and I pray that i can be a good friend to them, and they to me, and for those things, I am very Thankful.
I challenge each of you to look at your life. Take stock of the material and immaterial items, and realize how blessed you are. You may not have a dime to your name, but I am willing to bet, you have something and more than not, someone to be thankful for. We all are born doing one thing, dying. You never know when, how, or why, but you will surely die one day. reflect upon your life, your blessings, your trials, and your hopes and aspirations. Do what you can to make them happen, but do it with a positive attitude, and a forgiving heart. Know that the cloaked man awaits you, give more than you receive, and you will surely have a life that is one to be most thankful for.
I'm not quite sure why i've been so reflective upon my life lately, but it has been an interesting few weeks/months. As hard as it is to do, for every negative thing you experience, know there is a lesson to be learned, and for that, a reason to be thankful. For every positive thing, one must reflect upon those moments as well, and be thankful for them even more so, lest we take the good for granted. In this holiday season, no matter your race, religion, political background, reflect upon yourself, and know you matter to someone, and have much to be thankful for, even if it is simply just waking up one more day.
In today's world, we often take for granted many things that we have as being "expected" or "routine" or "normal". Lately, after visiting family, and friends over the past few weeks, I have been reflecting upon myself, my life, and my situation.
For all the flaws i have, both in my life and in my "world" I have come to the glaring conclusion that while nothing is perfect, I am very thankful.
I woke this morning, got dressed, drove to work. Had breakfast of my choosing, worked, had lunch of my choosing, and work some more. Then tonight, as i end my work day, I will drive home, and complain about the traffic, to cook a meal, in my home, and with my wife and cat spend the remaining part of the day reading, watching television, and enjoying various other hobbies. I am thankful.
I have more than many can ever dream of. I have food on demand, climate control, the ability to wear different clothing of my choosing, the ability to go where i wish when i wish, for the most part, a home that i can call my own, regardless of how much i may owe the bank, and automobiles, again regardless of what I owe, that i can call my own. I have hobbies, and have had the drive and desire to educate myself, on my own, figuring out how to pay for things, to better my situation however i may. Many do not have even half of what i have, material wise, drive, financially, or physically, and for that I am very thankful.
This world, even with its flaws, has been kind to me. I Have my health, which is the very most important thing, next to having those that love me for who I am, no matter my flaws, looks, or idiocy. These too, have made me realize, I am Thankful.
I may not have everything, but I surely have more than enough, and that is not including the materialistic things. In life people are what matters. Those who are in your life, that love you, for better or worse, are the ones who matter. We often overlook that, in life's daily tasks, especially in the "first world" where we're more geared for materialistic wants and desires. I know the love of family, and that of children who light up every time they see you, even though you are not their parent, and that is nothing less than amazing. I have the love of friends, some lifelong, some recent, and I pray that i can be a good friend to them, and they to me, and for those things, I am very Thankful.
I challenge each of you to look at your life. Take stock of the material and immaterial items, and realize how blessed you are. You may not have a dime to your name, but I am willing to bet, you have something and more than not, someone to be thankful for. We all are born doing one thing, dying. You never know when, how, or why, but you will surely die one day. reflect upon your life, your blessings, your trials, and your hopes and aspirations. Do what you can to make them happen, but do it with a positive attitude, and a forgiving heart. Know that the cloaked man awaits you, give more than you receive, and you will surely have a life that is one to be most thankful for.
I'm not quite sure why i've been so reflective upon my life lately, but it has been an interesting few weeks/months. As hard as it is to do, for every negative thing you experience, know there is a lesson to be learned, and for that, a reason to be thankful. For every positive thing, one must reflect upon those moments as well, and be thankful for them even more so, lest we take the good for granted. In this holiday season, no matter your race, religion, political background, reflect upon yourself, and know you matter to someone, and have much to be thankful for, even if it is simply just waking up one more day.
