I've raised two sons.  I could buy the most expensive toy for one of them, and he'd play with it for five minutes, then he'd ask for a newer toy.  My other son would make a big deal out of anything I bought him, regardless of how small it was.    He was so appreciative for the smallest of gifts.  Naturally, I wanted to give him more and more, because he was so appreciative.  I think God is like that too.

I see so many people take their health for granted, take their families for granted and all the wonderful gifts life bestowed upon them simply go unnoticed.  They only pay attention when the good stuff is gone.  If you don't notice it while you have it, what good is having it?

Do you ever think of how lucky you are to wake up in the morning?  It's a miracle: millions of cells have to work synergistically, perfectly; thousands of systems within your body have to co-ordinate in perfect harmony in order for you to simply exist.  Think about it! 

If you are reading this in the cozy atmosphere of your home, do you stop and think of how lucky you are to be there?  To have a roof over your head, warmth in your room, a computer, and all the other accoutrements you are currently enjoying?

If you have healthy children, are you thankful for that?  I saw parents with their sick 8 year old in a wheel chair yesterday.  He was very pale, had lost all his hair and was visibly ill.  If your son or daughter is in your home right now, bubbly and happy, are you appreciative of that?  When was the last time you gave your son or daughter UNDIVIDED ATTENTION for a half an hour? 

When was the last time you PASSIONATELY KISSED your significant other and told them: "Have I told you lately that I love you, and that you mean the World to me?"

Start the day with gratitude and spend your days with gratitude for all the little and big things you now have, and you'll get more of them.  If you need a head start, simply drive yourself to the nearest hospital or nursing home.  Just walk in and spend some time there.  You'll walk out with immense thanks for what you now have. 

Try it tonight!  And in the morning when you wake up, utter a "Thank you!" for being able to wake up for yet another day!   

Your Myrtle Beach Real Estate Connection, Mirela Monte

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