This is my fifth Thanksgiving on my own and alone. I could be discouraged and depressed at the abandonment for another year. But this year I decided to do the very thing this holiday calls for.... be thankful and count my blessings.
1. I have a place to live that is beautiful and warm.
A year ago I had lost my job, was afraid I was going to lose my home for the second time in a year. I actually planned to live in my car last year. And the apartment I moved into was colder than my garage is right now.
2. I have a working car.
Last year I was without a car and was uncertain how I would get another one. God came through and this year my car seems to be working fine. Thank you God!
3. I have a job.
Last year I lost my job twice, and I was raised to believe that its my fault if I can't pay my bills. Thank God that this year I have a job and my needs are and always have been met.
4. I have friends who love me and care about me
God has put the best people in my life who remind me everyday how much He loves me. I thank God for all of you!
This is just a few of the blessings that I could think of. I have so many more. So as this holiday progresses, I plan to keep finding things to be thankful about.
