what a drizzly day. oh Sandy...you are so persistent. we missed the big storm, NYC was hit pretty bad. New Jersey's underwater. but my house was spared. my family has a roof over their heads. when I turn on the shower, hot water comes out. I have internet and a working refrigerator. and then to think of all the people who lost their power, or homes, or family members. but I was spared. I can't say I understand how that works, only that God is the only Constant in life and no day can be taken for granted.
the other morning I woke up and just lied in bed, relishing the fact that I had use of all my limbs. I was remembering when I had fractured two vertebrae in my back and couldn't do anything but sit in agony for three months. or the times I've been too sick to eat or speak. and yet here I am, healthy and cared for. listening to the rain outside my window while the rest of my family sleeps (which is probably what I should be doing now, haha). oh the mysteries of life.
I hope I never take my blessings for granted. I hope I strive to be the best I can be at whatever I do and wherever I am. I want to be a good employee, sister, and friend. I want to make at least one person smile every day. I want to be a joy to be around, not a drag.
I want to love people. like really LOVE them. unconditionally. like Jesus loves me. I want to be used by God for something bigger than myself. I'm so thankful that He is the Redeemer of our souls, and can take a lump of dirt like me and shape it into something useful and beautiful. clearly, He has His work cut out for Him :)
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