In Gratitude: Of Friends, Relatives and God’s Presence
After spending three weeks reconnecting with relatives and friends, I feel so refreshed, renewed, loved, important, happy and accepted; The encounters strengthened my self-esteem and self confidence. It motivated me to value myself more and be more grateful for all that I am, all that I have, and all that I do. I feel more vibrant, more hopeful and more energetic. I am more motivated to be the best of whoever I am. I feel healthier, even though I had increased blood pressure. I feel happier, even though I missed my family so much. I feel wealthier, even though I spent more than was budgeted. Relationships rekindled were like opium of the soul. I still feel like I am on cloud nine. I feel great! I feel accepted. I feel I am right. Joyfulness and fulfillment fill my days. I believe God was there. The Lord was present wherever I was. He was there when fear gripped me. He was there when I enjoyed the pleasant trips. He was ther