Reminders...

I have been reminded in the last 24 hrs that even in my most stressful moments, my most worrisome moments, my most empty and hopeless moments, I surely have been blessed beyond what I deserve. 
I have been blessed to have the best people in my life, and so many awesome experiences and adventures.  I am truly lucky.

But what if, in a split second, my whole world was turned upside down?  What if some small thing changed the trajectory of my life forever?  What if my story was edited to become "someone else's story?"

There are many events and occassions that might change a life.  Some are planned; some are unplanned; some are happy and exciting; some are heartbreaking.  There are marriages and births and goals met; there are divorces and deaths and dreams unrealized.  And all of these things are blessings.  "Even the negative things?" you might ask.  Absolutely.  If it can enrich one's life, clarify one's purpose, and/or bring one closer to God, it is a blessing!  Each blessing, small or large, directs us to be who we are supposed to be and to live how we are supposed to live--even if it is not in line with our plans for ourselves!  Each blessing, small or large, is a reminder of God's plan for each of us!

I am reminded today to count my blessings.  I hope to be a reminder to others to do the same...