Health

In November, I like to spend time each day pondering something I'm grateful for. I do this so that hopefully I can be reminded of all of my many blessings and permanently increase my gratitude in prayer and in my interactions with others.

Today, I am grateful for my health. I've been very fortunate so far in my life, that I have been extremely healthy. I really have only three health issues, which are relatively minor, and I try not to take being healthy granted. While I've occasionally grumbled about why I pay for health insurance (the premium for which kills me each month), I know that my health status could change in a moment. I'm grateful that this is one challenge I haven't had to deal with in my life (yet?).

It is a blessing and gift. I wish I could share it with others. I have friends whose kids have cancer, CF, or chronic disease. While I know that God turns all things to his purposes, and that these heart-breaking situations will allow tremendous growth, I still wish that I could share my good health with others, because it's hard to see them struggle through these hardships. I recently lost another friend to cancer, and I have several friends who are going through cancer treatment. The strength and faith that these friends exhibit humbles me. It's hard for my human heart to understand. And it makes me grateful that I and my children are healthy today.