Contentment

When I use the word content, people look at me funny.

I don't really know why they do that. Some are bold enough to ask me if I want more than I have. And I usually come back with a comment like, I have all need and repeat that I am content with life.

Giving praise in your current situation is not something a lot of people do.

I guarantee you that if you scroll through your facebook feed you would see at least 3 people griping about their work, marriage, kids or all three. Some have genuine gripes and concerns and some are doing it just to get attention from behind their screen.

Going through my last divorce I endured a lot of uncertainty, a move back to TN, fears about finding a job again, how my friends/family would react to me being back in TN and many other things.  What I didn't see ahead of me was a church family that took me in with open arms, events to plan with my direct sales business and church leaders that would show me it is okay to praise and be happy in the waiting times. 2012 and 2013 seem like a lifetime ago now. 

My friend Denise showed me that God provided a roof over my head through family, and jobs to pay the bills by the Grace of God. Linda showed me how to praise God in the hallway while I was waiting on that next door to open. Judy showed me it was okay to cry and be vulnerable and real with my safe friends and Faith helped me get up and go again through activities, events, kids events and even held my hand while I filed for divorce.

 All of these women (and many others) prayed me through some very rough times for me and those around me.  I was not a nice person to be around sometimes and was very down. While I don't speak to all of them every day, I hope they know I will always appreciate what they did for me and I will always consider them a friend.

Today is my parent's 50th wedding anniversary. Daddy played a little prank on us last night through a text message and had us all laughing. My parents are 72 years young and still take off on little trips to celebrate their own milestones.

We are holding a local celebration for them next weekend and it will be great fun to see everyone come to celebrate with our parents.

Last night I took a chance and went out of my comfort zone and prepared a recipe from a friend in Texas. She had made shepard's pie for her fiance and herself and I bugged her for the recipe.  I had never made this myself but saw it often on pinterest and recipe sites. 

I was so happy that it turned out good and David even went back for a 2nd helping.

Today is Thursday and Cub Scout crossover. Tonight at a local park, we get to watch the Cub Scouts (my grandson is a Tiger) have their crossover ceremony tonight. I am sure there will be a few pictures taken.

Make today great and find your contentment friends. It helps you cope and get through the rough times no matter how long or short they may be. Count your blessings one by one!

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