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The news here in the U.S. is filled with such darkness and grief…
The tragedy in Colorado seems unfathomable as I sit here in the safety of my little office. Only the heartbreaking details keep coming… from everywhere, and this news has shaken me out of my comfortable cocoon.
Part of me wants to know, because I care. But the sheer truth overwhelms me. These were young people and parents like you and me
sitting at the movies
and now they are gone.
Yes, today is a day for deep reflection. No worries for me today.
Today I’m alive. By the grace of God. And if you’re reading this, so are you.
Today is a day to be grateful.
Today I will not worry about
the future
my kid’s future
if the house gets cleaned
that my work’s not finished
if I exercise or not
the flies
paint colors
how many calories something is
what other people I know are doing
the bills
what’s in the refrigerator
what I’m cooking tonight
if Stella got walked
about my blog stats
what might go wrong
if I’m being productive
if my kids are being productive
myself
Today I will worry about
how many times I say “I love you”
how many times I say, “thank you”
smiling
xoxo
Leslie
5 comments:
Hello Leslie,
Beautifully put. We do have to be grateful every day - life and people are not perfect, things can change in the blink of an eye. I have lived through that myself. I am so grateful to have a God to turn to and to know that He loves and cares for us - so glad I stopped by - I have enjoyed my visit and am your newest follower,
Kathy
Stopping in from MBC. After such a senseless tragedy it gets people thinking about what is important in their lives. I think everyone is hugging their loved ones a little bit closer the last few days and realizing that we are lucky to be alive, that life is short and we have to make the most of the time that we have. I look forward to reading more from you. Check me out at www.mystepmomlife.com
This is so true and we need to appreciate each and every moment and be grateful for all that we have. Life is fleeting. Following you via MBC and would love a follow back. All the best, Monica
Lovely post and so very true. Hold on tight to the precious moments and enjoy every minute. Found you via the MBC and I'm delighted to be your latest GFC follower.
Best regards,
Donna
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Well said. Important thoughts today and every day, really.
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