Archive for October 15th, 2012
Appreciation
There are moments when I am overwhelmed by a life so full, my life.
Turning on a faucet and having hot, potable water available instantly; standing beneath a cleansing shower; turning on the heater (or air-conditioner); having a reliable car; bird-watching and star-gazing; richly satisfying work; good friends; family; the dazzling beauty of nature which surrounds me; the ability to read and write well; the freedom to vote…I could go on and on.
The overwhelming part of my deep appreciation for all these riches is how easy it is to take it all for granted. On a global scale, I truly am one of the world’s richest people. For my bounty of blessings and my daily bread I direct my deepest appreciation to the intelligence behind creation.