i have been bombarded with bad news the past few weeks about tragedies that others are facing in their lives. cancer, surgery, more cancer, pain, and fear. i feel guilty for the things that i complain about and have had a lot of time for reflection and prayer over the past few days.
yes, max is sick and really has been on and off since he started daycare. i am thankful that we have this wonderful, beautiful, special boy to care for. i am thankful that i have a job where i have sick days and vacation time available to spend these days with him, i can get up to comfort him throughout the night when he coughs and that we can afford to take him to the doctor when needed.
yes, i have gained a little weight since we brought max home. i am thankful that i am healthy enough to do something about it. i am thankful that we can afford to purchase healthy food to feed our family. i am thankful that we just brought home a new treadmill and i am determined to find a schedule that works for me to use it!
yes, i have a stressful job and often hear stories from my kids that break my heart. i wish i could "fix" these things for them and that i could somehow heal their pain. i know that i can't. what i can do is give them hope, give them support, give them guidance, help them rebuild their dreams and help to provide them with a safe and supportive environment.
yes, drew and i have very busy schedules and we don't always get to spend time together. i am thankful that i have such a wonderful and supportive partner...someone who not only cares about me and max but also for everyone that he crosses paths with. i am thankful that we both have jobs and these jobs help us to provide for our family. that through the work that we do, we are able to set an example for max of good work ethic and the importance caring for others. i am thankful that we are able to treasure the little things in life...snuggling on the couch and watching a movie together, enjoying a quick phone conversation in the middle of the day, or a great family hug!
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I am so proud of both you and Drew. I think about the wonderful people you both are and am in awe of you. Love you all...Mom, Grammi, Randi
Kelly, that was pretty insightful..sometimes it takes other's sorrows to make us realize how blessed we really are...
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