Count My Blessings

Brought the my class to the outdoors for some fun this morning and as the children were happily running around, i was enjoying the sense of peace that dawned upon me suddenly. The weather may be hot and i may be sweating like nobody's business. However, i feel blessed to be alive, to be able to enjoy the sunshine, to be able to appreciate the beauty of the greenery and surprisingly, to be able to listen to the laughter of the children.

If God did not give me health, i will not be able to enjoy any of these. If i do not have a pair of eyes that could see, i will not be able to appreciate the greenery visually. If i do not have a pair of ears that could listen, i will not be able to listen to the laughter of my adorable charges:)

As i looked at the faces of the toddlers, i understood what happiness and peace mean. To feel peaceful, we must first be at peace with ourselves. Accept ourselves for what and who we are. It is only with internal acceptance and internal understanding that we could move on to greater accomplishments. Happiness may not necessary mean having things that are glamourous or expensive. It is just simply enjoying what we have and counting our blessings.

There are times whereby i sink into self pity as well as depressing. However, as i step back to look at my past experiences, i am thankful for all the love that people around me have showered upon me. I am grateful for all these experiences, for they allow me to learn and to grow.

And to my dear Pb, thanks for standing by me throughout the tough times. When i am sick and grumpy. When i am depressed and angry. Thanks for being my punchbag and accepting me for who i am. Thanks for your encouragement as i strive to regain my previous weight. Thank You.