As the second week of the year comes to a close, I pause tonight to reflect on the week that was. This is one of my favorite things about my blog, as it gives me the opportunity to stop and express gratitude for all the people and things in my life.
This has not been the greatest week. I've been sick with a cold, but I am grateful that I am doing better and on the mend. I'm grateful that in one week of launching this blog, I've had such an great response and support. I've had more page views in this one week of my blog than in the nearly five years I kept my previous blog. That's amazing to me.
Some of my greatest moments this week have been conversations I've had with friends via text messages. Yesterday, I had two different friends texting me about situations in their lives. Their confidence to share things with me is a deeply incredible feeling. While I attempted to counsel one friend earlier in the day, a later conversation turned into a counseling session for me with another friend. It's amazing to me how well my friends know me, even if we don't spend a great deal of time together in person. When someone can tell you things aboout yourself that you didn't think anyone else knew, but they know because they have listened and observed me, that is impressive. I am so grateful for the gift of friendship, the gift of love, the gift of sharing.
On Wednesday, I wrote of needing to clean. I had spent most of the day cleaning the house. To most, that is a mundane task, but to me it is cathartic in many ways. I've managed for a couple of days to keep the house clean and uncluttered. That always makes me happy. There is nothing like coming home to a clean house. It is a peaceful, tranquil experience.
Here's my confession: I am grateful for the small things in my life. I'm grateful for a heartfelt email I received yesterday from a friend who has read both this blog and my previous blog. He shared some very interesting insight with me, and it means a lot to me. I am not exactly where I want to be in life. I have dreams and fears. Each day is the same old dull routine, but thank God for it. While I may lack in some areas of my life, I'm more than blessed in many others. I have people who care about me. I have people who support me and cheer me on. I'm grateful for your time that you take to read my writing. Thank You.
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