You know, I was thinking today about how blessed we all are. Every day, I get up and thank GOD (literally) for the day; and, for life. I am so grateful & thankful to be alive; and I thank GOD every day when I feel good. We've had so many family members and friends with genetic diseases, and cancer, and injuries, that it has made me so glad for every day of good health (hence, my moniker).
DH & I woke up this AM with severe legs cramps (Charlie Horses, we call them); and I had the sweats with a fever. I hope I'm not coming down with something, but DH & I prayed (and I took an aspirin); and I am feeling better right now -- and I am grateful for that.
After one day of salt & sugar overload
; I had a healthier lunch today, and plan some nice leftovers (roast beef & veggies) for dinner tonight too. I gleaned up the leftovers to give our birdies a nice Christmas treat (crushed up crackers & nuts), and they sure loved that.
We had a great time with our friends here and we received some really nice, thoughtful gifts. The best gifts are not those that cost a lot of money, but ones that bring us love & comfort in our daily lives; and that's what good family & friends can do for us, and we can do for them.
I am praying that my DH has a good year this year; he's taking his meds faithfully, and I am starting to notice that he can recall conversations better than before -- no, it's not perfection, but it's an improvement; and I am grateful for that.
It was very encouraging, when our friends told me that they could see that I had lost weight since the last time they saw me (esp in the face & arms). It's always nice to have some kind of confirmation for all my efforts, esp when they are noticed by someone else too.
I know that I am an optimist; and I am so grateful for that becuz that is something my DH struggles with -- keeping a positive outlook on life despite circumstances. He battles this on a daily basis, so I am hoping & praying that 2012 will be a more positive year for him & his family.
We need to cherish every moment of every day; we need to focus on the positive; and on all the blessings we receive each day, each month, and each year -- for there are many, but we as humans tend to forget that becuz we don't keep track.
Last night, one of our friends was talking about how some people waste so much time & energy holding grudges over petty offenses (real or imagined); and complaining about inconsequential things in life, when in reality, they are blessed beyond measure ...
Meaning, to look at how full your glass is; not how empty. Meaning, to look at how full your basket already is, not that you need a bigger basket so you can have more. In other words, knowing when enough is enough; and that you already have that and more.
What the world needs now -- is LOVE, GOD'S PURE LOVE; and JOY, and PEACE, and HOPE -- and that is exactly what JESUS came to bring us. It's ours for the asking; it's ours for the taking; it's a free gift, so let's take it and run with it this new year ...
