A number of years ago, Becky and I traveled to the Mexican Riviera with my parents. It was a wonderful time. We enjoyed seeing a different section of the world with a varied culture from that of our own.
I must preface this conversation by stating that Becky and I weren't completely content with our home at that time.
We took a day tour into the jungle of Mexico and were amazed at the poverty we soon encountered. We passed by a home where an older woman was sweeping the dirt that we would call the walkway leading to the front door of the house. She didn't seem the least bit dissatisfied with what she had. We felt like we were being ungrateful because of our 'rich' circumstances. In reality, the beautiful home that we have was a mansion in their eyes. Since we arrived home from that wonderful vacation, we have felt extremely blessed for what we have been given. As a matter of fact, we have made improvements so that our house has become our home.
It is truly a blessing to see and experience another culture. Our lives are blessed over and over again.
Contentment is a blessing too.
There is a church song that I sing with our boys. One line from the song is good sound advice.
"Count your many blessings, name them one by one."
Give it a try. Maybe it will surprise you how many blessings are actually showered upon your life.
We are a blessed generation with opportunities that are never-ending. I love everything that is done for our immediate family out of the love that our extended family and friends have for us.
Have a great day!
