Sometimes we take things for granted, whether it's the food we have on our table, having friends help us get ready for a date or having someone take the time to read to us when we're children and teach us the importance of the written word.
Too often we're so busy with all the things that we have to get done that we don't take the time to look around and appreciate all the things that we already have. Now don't get me wrong guys, I'm not telling you to ignore your responsibilities or forget about the important work you have, even the apostle Paul said "The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat." in 2 Thessalonians but we're also reminded to "...give thanks to the Lord..." in 1 Chronicles.
I may not be making much sense so let me try to clear it up.
Life is hard, for everyone, everywhere, we all have different struggles and we all have different blessings. I was blessed with an incredible family who gave me the most amazing childhood and have continued to love and support me into my adult life. If you've ever wondered what it takes to get the courage for me to write let me tell you, God and my family, without them you'd never be reading any of this =).
But not everyone's so lucky.
As I look back at my childhood there are so many things that stand out to me, memories that come flooding back that I can now see shaped me in the woman I am today, including my love for books!
Whether you have a family of your own or you're still a child yourself take a moment, not just today but every day, to cherish those around you and be grateful for all that God has given you. I know that seems like a trite and redundant message but remember that your actions today can shape someone's tomorrow.
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