My life feels like this picture.
Everything in it is beautiful and in its perfect place. I just want to sit and stare at all of the little things that come together to make it as beautiful as it is. I find myself stopping and staring at it all in complete wonder. How can something be so amazing? How did it all come to be? And how did I get so lucky to be a part of it?
But at the same time it is very crowded. There are a lot of things blocking the view to what lies beyond. There are small little things that together create big walls hiding what is past them. There are big things that stand tall and in the way. But they are all pretty and are there because God put them there and that is where he wants them. Every once in awhile I can find a little window that allows me to glimpse what lies beyond all of the clutter that is directly in front of me. I see more beauty. But I also see more small and tall things all around. It seems to go on forever.
My life feels like this picture.
I have a beautifully wonderful life. It is full of people whom I love and who love me. It is busy with lots of distractions and then there are moments that make me stop and stare and remember that I am one of the luckiest people in the world because I have this amazing life. Everything is in my life for a reason. God has led me down this path and is constantly placing opportunities around me to help me grow and succeed. He is opening doors to help and lift those around me all the while he is leading others to help and lift me.
It is easy to get lost in the endless tree's, leaves and branches that surround my everyday life. And sometimes when I get a glimpse of what lies ahead for me I realized that the trees, leaves and branches are endless, and will always be there to distract and steal my attention. But they are also the things that make my life so beautiful. They mark where I've been and how I have become who I am. They are waiting for me to get to them, to challenge me and show me something new. I am so grateful that I am me! That I know Heavenly Father has held my hand throughout my life and guided me where he knows I need to be. I am thankful for the big tree's and the small leaves that have glittered my path. I am thankful for a Savior who has picked me up when I have tripped.
November is a season of gratitude and I hope I can remember all the things that I have to be thankful for.
