Beach Sand and Snow Storms

This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it.  Psalm 118:24

I have watched the pictures trickle through my newsfeed all week and they make me sigh a little.  It’s spring break week for folks around here and the family trip pictures from beaches, cruises, mountains and lovely places have been fun to see.  Today however, the joy shrunk a little as I looked out my window to a windy April snow storm.  As I grabbed a heavier sweatshirt I suddenly wished a few of those lovely beach people would be pinched by a sand crab or something!  I know that was not very christian of me but looking at the April blizzard in my front yard made me a little jealous!

When the snow stopped I realized I’d been completely childish and I apologized for my ugly thoughts and jealous wishes.  As I stopped to think on it for a bit I realized it was a great lesson on a subject I obviously haven’t learned yet.  Contentment is the name of the lesson and rejoicing in another mans blessings  is the assignment.  I flunked both today!

As I was busy humbugging other peoples fun I forgot how thankful I am that I got to take three of those trips when each of our kids were seniors.  I forgot that I’ve been able to slow down and catch up this week…I’ll really appreciate that on Monday!  I forgot that I was able to go to Jim and Tonya’s funeral this week and be amazed and inspired at the strength of their three children as they delivered their  parents ecology with the strength and grace of faithful warriors.  If I’d have been on a beach I would have missed Easter with a few dozen family members that I love and I’d miss a trip to Franciscan University this weekend to see my daughters Nursing Dedication Ceremony.  My hamper wouldn’t be empty, my furniture wouldn’t be dust  free and my refrigerator wouldn’t be absent of anything green and fuzzy.  All of that makes me feel a little accomplished I suppose!

I have to remember that THIS really is the day the Lord has made and he made me right where I am for a good reason.  Before I hit the pillow tonight I’ll be sure and thank him for that.  And, I’ll be sure to say a prayer for all those beautiful people enjoying a lovely trip with the family they love.  

A Seed To Plant:  Make a list of 5 things you are grateful for right now!​

Blessings on your day!