The Blessings Are Back!

We all define challenge differently, and no matter the degree, if it's a challenge to you, it's a challenge! It doesn't matter how worse off someone else is, it's still difficult. The difference is still being able to see the blessings instead of focusing on the challenge. It's that time again where I need to go through my blessings! I don't have any major life challenges going on right now, but you don't need to be in a crisis to count your blessings. I think some people assume that just because you're focusing on your blessings, you must be going through a rough patch. That's a little backwards to me. Maybe if the blessings were the first thing on the list, the challenge just might shrink back in fear.

SO, here are some, and expect them to be a smidge sarcastic, as some days you have to dig deeper than others!

1. It rained heavily and my house did not float away
2. The wind was fierce, but I did not lose power
3. The Tigers lost ridiculously last night, but I was sleeping while it happened
4. I did not want to get up this morning, but at least I was alive to do so
5. My oldest is slower than molasses in January, but she is alive and well to teach me patience
6. I have everything I need and it doesn't bother me much to not have what I want. I would like some chocolate today, though. (we don't have any) but, I live near a store!
7. My dog has been relieving herself on my carpet, which makes me insane, but she's been alive for 13 years and I love her. plug your nose when you come over...ugh.
8. Danny was voted off American Idol, so I will have free time next week while I am NOT watching the finale. Most likely, my kindred spirit Patty will be calling me about that soon!
9. My husband really IS my best friend
10. My dad made me pie yesterday and it was fabulous
11. That mexican vanilla from Tom has made all the difference in my baking
12. It is a beautiful day and nature surrounds me all the time
13. I love the people in my life, and the ones who don't love me yet still have a chance.


That's it for today...I'll probably get out of this funk any second now. Hey, we all have our days. Let's just not turn them into weeks!

Be blessed today and every day, no matter what is going on...it will surely pass.