Though I do not always express it, I am quite content in my life, and extremely thankful for what I have. It's my default state to be happy and grateful. I have a good home, a fulfilling career working for a great employer, and most importantly, a wonderfully supportive family, circle of friends and church community. God has provided for me. I'm expressing this today, because the last couple of days have reminded me how truly blessed I am.
The last week at work was unusually difficult. I'm not going to go into specifics, but I will say that the week was trying physically and emotionally. Quite frankly, I was overwhelmed Thursday. But my boss and co-workers were incredibly supportive and understanding, my family was my rock, and my church family was compassionate and encouraging. The support and prayers of these people helped in a way that words cannot adequately express.
Fast forward to this morning... The momentary tribulation at work has for the most part passed. I was on the way to the corner store to get my morning coffee, and I was reminded of my friend Greg's funeral... specifically, I recalled giving the eulogy at his memorial service, which was held at my church. I was again reminded of the love and support I received from my immediate family, my employer, and my church family, and I was overcome with gratitude for what God has given me. The twist is that it took that moment of pain to remind me how much I have.
The words I write today are designed to publicly express my heartfelt appreciation for what I have in my life. I know that I possess what many in the world seek with all of their being: I have a wonderful family that I adore. I have a great group of friends. I have a supportive church community. If you read these words and feel a twinge, it means one of two things... 1) You are part of one or more of the aforementioned groups, and I am grateful for you, or 2) You too have what I have, and you should feel as grateful as I feel.
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