The old saying that "all we have is today" hit home once again. My niece's house was nearly destroyed yesterday. A huge limb from a neighbor's maple tree broke through their roof during a midwest thunderstorm. Their attic is destroyed and most of the plaster walls throughout their 105 old Victorian home are cracked. Miraculously my niece's family was not hurt.
Of course in today's chaotic, violent world, it is easy to say "well, it's only a house...Other people are killed raped, violated in today's tragic world." But my niece and family are devastated. Insurance says, "It was an act of God---no coverage." What are they to do? Their world is changed.
Again-I need to remember to enjoy what I have each day...to know it can go away in a flash.
Do we stop each day and thank God for the gifts we have? I spend way too much time thinking about new adventures and future plans.
Stop today---right now---and thank God---for recovery---for a roof---for food---for a sound mind---for family.
Blessings-Penny
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