For Granted

As I sat in the back yard listening to the birds singing their songs of praise and glory the sun was beginning to shine behind the puffy white clouds, with a peek of blue skies. I stopped and reflect on the glories around me that God has painted on a canvas that could have been blank feeling the blessings of knowing that I am a child of God and He is with me no matter what I may be facing in my life. For that moment I was lost in the beauty and my pain faded for that time. I am so thankful for the love I have within my belief and my family that pushes me through the hard and painful days. I can not explain in mere words what my days are like I smile and keep going. Through the illnesses that I have faced I have lost dear friends, but yet I have gained others that have lifted me up in their prayers and faith that keeps me going day after day. I would never wish this on anyone. I had a wonderful job, went where I wanted to go, when I want to go, worked in my yard and did many things I enjoyed, but that all changed. It seems as if it was overnight, but it was creeping up on me and I just didn’t see it. So I guess with all this I have told you, do not take you life for granted, it can change before you know it. Be thankful for who you are and what you have around you! It could be gone tomorrow! Love your family with all your heart, take time to glorify God, for He will never leave you. Mercies to you my friends! Written By: Melanie Howard Taylor