We all complain….and sadly, at times we dont always appreciate even the smallest of things. We take far too much for granted and dont make the time for what is truly important. I am as guilty as the next person. Without getting on a huge tangent (I can feel myself preparing to climb up on my soapbox.), our society trumpets those that dont need, much less deserve, publicity…celebrities that arent worthy of ANY type of press, good or bad, and common street thugs who reach hero status for being what? Thugs. Folks camp out in front of giant box store to get a deal for someone who thinks their life will be over if they dont get it on Christmas morning. That coveted item will be cast off in a month…or less…Materialism, sensationalism, misplaced values…It all sickens me. My sister assists an incredible lady that has become a dear friend and an inspiration to every single person that meets her. Pam Warren Moser has ALS. She rarely, if ever, leaves the house. She relies on someone to feed her, take her to the bathroom, and even scratch her nose. Can you imagine that? While everybody else is worrying about what to wear to some fancy party, she is waiting on somebody to dress her. And she NEVER complains. NEVER. In fact, if you go to see her, she is going to ask all about YOU and your life and your family. Thats the kind of person she is. You get real humble REAL quick when youre in her presence for even five minutes. You know, your life can change in a nanosecond. Last year, at this time, my dear friend, Julie Jewell Negley( Ted Negley), was busy being a wife and a mother, and preparing for the upcoming Christmas holiday. She was diagnosed with colon cancer after Christmas. I will tell you publicly, that there are days that I still cant wrap my brain around it all. A wonderful wife, incredible mother, gifted teacher, coach, and mentor of so many young lives, not to mention one of the most fun and dear friends ever. Heartbreaking and devastating is an understatement. Yet, she has continued on with life and takes absolutely NOTHING for granted. Something that we should ALL do regardless of our circumstances. Julie posted this today and it SHOULD put things into perspective for all of us. No guilt trip here... just sayin...before you complain about that headache, bad day, or your kids acting a fool, it could be much worse. Im watching my kids decorate the tree holding back tears, wondering if this will be my last Christmas. For 2 days my hands have hurt so bad from chemo, I couldnt cut my food or pour laundry detergent to do laundry. Be thankful regardless of your circumstances. (I have to remind myself of this sometimes.) Your headache or bad day will be over soon. Hang in there. -Julie I am fortunate to know some pretty wonderful people, but two at the top of the list are Pam and Julie. As Julie told me after going for one of her treatments, You dont have to look far to find someone that is worse off than you. This Christmas season, keep it all in perspective. Give of yourself, give of your time, and MAKE time to do what is important with those that matter the most. Be patient and be kind and be a lot more prayerful. Above all else, be thankful.
Posted on: Sun, 30 Nov 2014 23:55:10 +0000
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