As I was organizing my desk, I ran across something I wrote one day when I was feeling down and just “out of sorts,” so to speak. I have a book of poetry I wrote over the years and somehow this piece never made it into my book.

I thought I would share it as it shows how all it takes is a change in perspective to totally change the way you look at the world.

Today I cried…

For the loneliness I feel from time to time.

For the unspoken words never said to loved ones.

For the hurtful things said in anger.

For the time I miss when my kids are gone.

For the emptiness I feel without my parents.

And then I realized how lucky I am…

So instead…

Today I cried…

For the innocent smile of my daughter.

For the love of my family and friends.

For my health, though far from perfect.

For the wonder of an incredible sunrise.

For the love of God and all His precious gifts.

For the countless blessings that surround my life.

Gratitude is a wonderful and miraculous thing. It can heal the deepest wound, and bring everything into perspective for you if you choose to let it.

Life is all about the choices you make…make yours wisely.

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