It’s not even 7am and I have been up a few hours already. This morning I had to take a short drive to BWI airport (thanks Brandon) to take my friend Amanda to the airport. My dear friend is dealing with a family emergency that I will not discuss because its private family matter, however the past few days talking with her have given me so much perspective on life and what is most important.
Amanda and I have always been comfortable talking about our spirituality (where we are and where we want to be as Christians). In college if I skipped chapel she would always give me her notes and interpretation of the sermon. Over the past few months we’ve shared with each other words of encouragement and for the most part it keeps us both going. However sometimes I get so wrapped up in my Ashley bubble and thinking, “What’s next” I forget I am abundantly blessed already. That’s why today not only will I send a prayer up for my friend Amanda and her family I am going to count my blessings.
My Blessings (Just a few)
· My family
· My friends
· Waking up this morning with a sound mind and able body
· God’s grace
· Education and the tools to be successful
· My health
· “The extras” (not everyone has the internet, a laptop, or even a car)
I keep a journal in addition to this blog and I am going to try to write down three things everyday that I am blessed with. I encourage everyone to make a list today of your blessings. Whether you’re looking for a job or not, keep track of your blessing because I know sometimes it can be easy to complain, but it’s easier to say “God, thank you.”
Amanda and I have always been comfortable talking about our spirituality (where we are and where we want to be as Christians). In college if I skipped chapel she would always give me her notes and interpretation of the sermon. Over the past few months we’ve shared with each other words of encouragement and for the most part it keeps us both going. However sometimes I get so wrapped up in my Ashley bubble and thinking, “What’s next” I forget I am abundantly blessed already. That’s why today not only will I send a prayer up for my friend Amanda and her family I am going to count my blessings.
My Blessings (Just a few)
· My family
· My friends
· Waking up this morning with a sound mind and able body
· God’s grace
· Education and the tools to be successful
· My health
· “The extras” (not everyone has the internet, a laptop, or even a car)
I keep a journal in addition to this blog and I am going to try to write down three things everyday that I am blessed with. I encourage everyone to make a list today of your blessings. Whether you’re looking for a job or not, keep track of your blessing because I know sometimes it can be easy to complain, but it’s easier to say “God, thank you.”
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