This is one of those times when the bank account has enough for bills (Thank God!) but there is absolutely nothing left in cash until payday. It is a time that makes me nervous and if I am not careful its a flourished invitation for a pity party extraordinaire.
When I can pull my head around my intent mirror gazing of poor me’s I realize I have SO much. My pantry is full, the car has enough fuel for the school commute, my children are healthy, my home is warm, my utilities are constant. If I can keep my focus a little longer I can realize that I can comfort not only myself but my family if I would lose the “oh my gosh” mode I am in and simply do what I can do. I can bake yummy things to greet our children from school with. I can take time to make the homemade chicken and noodles that my family so loves. I can mash those potatoes because I have time. The laundry can be ironed because I have power and time to do it if I am not busy being sorry for myself.
Truth is, I have so much all the time even if everyday was financially like this day…..and instead of reaching constantly for that which we don’t have, I am working hard to focus on the thankfulness of what we do have and especially thankful for issues we are not dealing with!
Growing into lovely…..setting oneself aside and beautifying the life of others around us we can touch.
