grateful

I'm currently (re) reading They Cage the Animals at Night by Jennings Michael Burch.

everyone ought to read this book! it's wonderful.... it's all about the soul... it's a true life story of a child who had to face more adversity than some of us ever have and will. despite it, he looks at life with a warm kind heart, and he shows all that is truly good. it's like.... hmm... after the dark night, a little bit of sunshine is much brighter and warmer. not to say this book is depressive, but it gives me a grateful heart... it gives me a new look at life. i like humane books, the ones that remind you of the child within you, the ones that remind you of what is truly important. this book would be it.

what is my heart full of today? gratefulness. i feel content. i mean, i'm worried about the upcoming semester, i'm worried of the future, unclear and shady. but you know what? today.... i have a family that loves me, shelter, friends. i was wondering, what if lost it all? i can't live in a constant fear of it, but if you give it a chance to sink in and think of that possiblity, you realize how rich you are, how many blessings you have. people don't stop to amaze at how many riches they have, only when they're gone they miss them. little things like a nice warm bed, or someone's scent, freedom of speech, long-distance communication.... think of all the great things you should be grateful for, and if you just take them for granted and don't feel like being thankful, pray that God will give you a more grateful heart. gratefulness is a great feeling, it fosters contentment, joy, and peace. :)