Today I read an article about a high school student who tragically passed away in a car accident. He seemed to be a model student, athlete, and son. At 17 years of age, he left this world. Under normal circumstances, I would have felt some sorrow and moved on. But in this particular case, I was more deeply affected. He seemed to have had most things going for him, but his life was sadly taken at such a young age. Sometimes we forget to take a moment and remember to be thankful for what we have. We get caught up in the trivial and many times, forget the big picture.
So if I can remind myself, I should take 5 minutes each day to close my eyes and thing about all the blessings I have around me and be thankful for the Creator who allowed me to have such luxuries. Although sometimes it can be tough being out here, so far from close friends and family, I must also remember the opportunity I have been given and the gifts that surround me.
So I'll pray for this young man and his family, and remind myself to be thankful for all these gifts.
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