So Grateful

Valdosta, Georgia
January 14, 2012 9:41am CST
One of our friends here has taught me to be more grateful for what I have now. They didnt mean to teach me anything but with what they are going through they did teach me that. What I am going through seems like nothing compared to what their going through. The 3 things I am most grateful for today is Being alive Having my family Having a roof over my head So what are you grateful for today? Has someone here taught you something?
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@inertia4 (27961)
• United States
16 Jan 12
I am just happy to be surviving. I have my family, meaning my parents, and my girl friend. I wish my kids were with me though. They live with the evil ex. But I am getting by day by day and I am happy that I have what I have. It could always be worse.
@inertia4 (27961)
• United States
21 Jan 12
Yes, things could be worse, but sometimes we look at our current situation as the worst ever. I think we should look beyond that. But I know it's hard.
• Valdosta, Georgia
19 Jan 12
Those are good things to be grateful for. Im sorry your kids dont live with you. I would be miserable if my little ones didnt live with me... Yes things could be much worse!
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• Valdosta, Georgia
25 Jan 12
It is hard. I know that trust me. =( I live with 7 other people and it is a very tough thing for me. I am miserable. It seems like every time I turn around I am doing something else wrong in their eyes. But I am grateful for a roof over my head. I have been homeless so I know this is better than that.
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• United States
15 Jan 12
It is my good timing! Everything I have is because of my timing. It has brought me my family . my friends , my work and most of sll my guy!
• United States
15 Jan 12
I have remember to do this!
• Valdosta, Georgia
15 Jan 12
That is something to be grateful for. =) I like thinking about my blessings when my life is going badly. It makes me remember even with the bad there are good things too.
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@celticeagle (159936)
• Boise, Idaho
14 Jan 12
I am most grateful for my family, having a roof over my head and having a working car. I would hate to bus in this weather. Moderate weather here is a nice thing to be thankful for too. I hear of Alaska being snowed under and afew places back east. I couldn't handle it with my hip.
@celticeagle (159936)
• Boise, Idaho
16 Jan 12
I always think that someone else is probably worse off than I am.
• Valdosta, Georgia
14 Jan 12
Those are good things to be grateful for. I think we all need to think about our blessings especially when life is being tough on us. I know it helps me when I think about my blessings!
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@MaryLynn321 (2680)
• United States
14 Jan 12
I have learned many useful things on myLot. It is good that you have learned many things also here. It is so nice that people share so much that we can learn from. I am grateful for: Our home, each other, family.
• Valdosta, Georgia
14 Jan 12
Yes this site has taught me many good things! And I am grarteful for being here. I like thinking about my blessings especially when life is tough like it has been lately so I remember all things are not bad...
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• United States
15 Jan 12
So true, one needs to try and look at things positively with this economy.
@bounce58 (17387)
• Canada
18 Jan 12
Oh yes, there's a handful of people here on myLot who have taught me a lesson or two. Just like you, maybe their intention was not to teach, but just to share a few kind words that surely helped me get that boost that I needed at that particular time. I know that you're going through some difficult time in your life right now. And it's so refreshing that you still found a way to be grateful. This makes me confident that you and your family will be OK.
• Valdosta, Georgia
19 Jan 12
I love when people teach us things when they didnt even mean to. I think we will be okay too. =)
14 Jan 12
i've been apply for a work lately and i really need a work badly for financial purposes and all but i was not called by this company unlike my friend whom i invited she was called and was able to pass the interview.. it came to a point that i was feeling depressed but then i realized and recognized the essence of Faith and Patience, i know the Lord has a reason why the company didn't called me and i'm starting to realize why. the 3 things i'm Grateful for are: 1.) Good Health for my Family 2.) Thankful that my friend has a new work. 3.) Having the realization of the importance of Patience and Faith. Nice Discussion..^^
14 Jan 12
*applying
• Valdosta, Georgia
14 Jan 12
That is true. There is a good reason why they didnt call you. Maybe the Lord has a job for you that you will like better or do better at. Whatever the reason God will make it worth the wait! Those are great things to be grateful for! =) I hope you find a great job soon!
@jillhill (37354)
• United States
14 Jan 12
My beautiful family first and up most....then my home though it be humble...and still having relatively good health for my age...all of them are total blessings!
• Valdosta, Georgia
15 Jan 12
Those are good things to be grateful for. This discussion has helped me a lot. =) I hope we all remember our blessings from time to time.
15 Jan 12
My dear wise Mum used to say the following when I complained about anything: 'You have clothes on your back, a roof over your head and food to put in your stomach. What more do you need?' I'm now grateful for everything, good or bad, as it helps us to become stronger, better and more spiritually aware human beings. Blessings!
• Valdosta, Georgia
15 Jan 12
Your mom is very wise you are right! That is something I think we should all think about at the hardest times. Maybe it will make us see things differently. I know it will make me.
@vishu252 (102)
• India
14 Jan 12
Well the first thing would be my family whom I love a lot. Then one of my friends whom I met today as he is going to marry in next month and last but not the least, my roommates whom I am staying with as they bare me all the time. he he :P Very nice topic to discuss thanks Lovingmybabies :)
• Valdosta, Georgia
15 Jan 12
Yeah my husband and kids are my world. Thank you, I liked this discussion too. We all need to think about our blessings when things get tough.
@enelym001 (8322)
• Philippines
14 Jan 12
Not that someone here have directly taught me or told me so. But just by reading other myLotters greatest problems here I realized I should be more grateful with what I have. Well, like you I am thankful that I am still alive with my family with me. I am as well thankful that I can eat regularly while there are people who don't even know how to get by one day feeling really hungry with no food to eat.
• Valdosta, Georgia
14 Jan 12
Through this persons sadness and pain I have learned to be more grateful for what I have. I agree I am glad I have food to eat each day also. My husband and I feed people that dont have food so I know there are plenty who are hungry. =(
• India
14 Jan 12
friends are always their for teaching without any self centredness, but sometimes they become too philosophical and i hate it.