As I drove in to work this morning, I could not help but think about how blessed I really am this season. Is my life perfect? Not by any means. Do I have everything I "want?" No, but I have everything I need. I have a family, my health, a roof over my head, a loving husband, a job. This year, more than ever, I have really experienced enjoying the Christmas season while keeping in mind what it is really all about; really focusing on how grateful I need to be. In the past, I have spent alot of time running around stressing out trying to get everything done. For one, I started alot earlier this year, so I have had more time to enjoy things (my house being decorated, shopping, even baked some Christmas cookies). I am trying to constantly keep myself reminded that there are SOOO very many people who are hurt, suffering, and just doing without; and that part of the true meaning of this time of year is helping others.
I got an IM yesterday that REALLY caused me to put all of this in perspective. A very close friend of my cousins had a tragedy. Her brother-in-law was shot and killed on a jobsite Tuesday. He had a wife and three children. All I can say about this is to please keep this family in your prayers, because God is the ONLY thing that will get them through this horrible tragedy.
It is supposed to be in the 30's by this afternoon and raining all day here. Lovely. I have been getting home pretty late from work the past few days, so Brent has taken over cooking dinner. How nice it will be to come home tonight to a fresh pot of homemade chili!
Our business is EXTREMELY slow this year, as are many other businesses. This has me somewhat stressed out, but I am trying not to worry too much and keep holding out that things will pick up.Oh well, enough rambling for now. Take care everyone!!!
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