Since I’ve been writing my weekly reflections on gratitude, the whole idea of gratitude is something that has become such an important part of life to me. I am beginning to see that if you live a life of gratitude, things just look better, even in the darkest moments.
While sometimes my writings may seem trite and redundant, in all honesty, I do try to take a deep look at my life, my week and reflect on the many good things that have happened.
As always, I am most grateful for the people by whom I am surrounded. There are so many wonderfully amazing people I didn’t even know at this point two years ago who are absolutely family to me. People such as Trent, Jay, Kyle, Christopher and Grant have welcomed me into their lives as though it were the most natural of actions. For their friendship, their perspectives, protection and love beyond my ability to express is humbling. I’m honored to have such beautiful brothers in my life.
Life has a funny way of changing on us. The funny thing is, we may have an idea of where life will take us, but the map takes us on alternate routes. I’m grateful for the journey, even the bumps in the road. The bumps allow me to reflect and grow in ways that the smooth times never could.
I’m grateful for a faith that, although it has its peaks and valleys, has sustained me. I am more often in the valley than the peaks, but I know that a more powerful presence is always active in my life. I’m grateful for the individuals who introduced me to my life of faith. My faith in my God is one that is in a constant state of growing, understanding and journey towards peace. The faith I have today is not the faith I had in high school, college, or even ten years ago as I was in the final weeks of preparation for confirmation in the Catholic Church.
Here’s my confession: I’m grateful for all the wonderful things in my life—so many things that I truly don’t understand. I’m grateful for the indelible fingerprints left upon my heart and life by some of the most incredible people I’ve ever had the pleasure to know. I’m grateful for where the journey has brought me, but even more grateful for what is yet to come. I am a flawed individual, but I’m grateful for mercy and the many afforded me. I’m grateful for you. Thank you for taking the time to read!
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