I'm Thankful

I’m thankful for the occasional twinges of pain in my hands from arthritis. They remind me how nice it is to have hands.

I’m thankful for such a nice place to work and great colleagues to work with. Some are not so lucky – some work with grouches, others don’t work.

I’m thankful I get to unload the buses every morning. Some folks never get to see and hear excitement in children’s voices.

I’m thankful for my opportunity several weekends each month to be able to sing with a group of other men, praising the Lord. Some men have never lifted their voices in song; some do not know the Lord.

I’m thankful for the ability to read. I can expand my horizons, and learn even more to share with my students.

I’m thankful for family, even though none live close at hand. It is good to share news with them, and to share encouragement. There are those who have no one to turn to for comfort or to share a laugh.

I’m thankful that the car started this morning, for I had a task to do. There are those who have no tasks, let alone a vehicle with which to accomplish one.

I’m thankful for a sense of humor. Without it, some days would be a real grind. I’m even thankful for the days that are a grind. They provide opportunities for growth.

I’m thankful that there is a God in heaven who can see down the road when I can hardly look beyond my shoes. I know I can trust Him to guide my steps when I can’t bear to look.

I'm thankful I live in a country where it is still OK to be thankful for things others may not appreciate. They don't know what they are missing.

Have you made your list yet? Thanksgiving is tomorrow.

Dr. G