Something to Think About

“The next time you feel like complaining, remember that your garbage disposal probably eats better than 30 percent of the people in this world.” ~God’s Little Instruction Book II

I’m normally not a complainer. Kind of laid back like my dad always was.  But lately, it seems as though I’ve been grumbling (internally more than externally) about this, that, and the other. Seasonal allergies, gas prices, ants that always find their way into the house but not out of the house, and broken dryers.  Okay, one broken dryer.

Then, a few nights ago, ESPN’s Stuart Scott brought a story into our living room that made everything fade into perspective.

The story was about a sweet young golfer whose mom is dying of cancer. Her mother is facing death.  This mother is facing allergies. What in the world have I got to complain about?  Okay, all of nothing.

Allergies can be endured, they’re all part of living in beautiful Kentucky with all of its trees and showy spring displays.  I love this time of year and I love my state - even with a Kleenex to my nose.

My husband replaced the dryer, and I’ve outwitted and outlasted the ants. The high gas prices can be endured, as well.  None of these things are life and death matters.  They’re annoyances and little more.

There are people out there, such as this young golfer’s family who can give us a lesson in what’s worth grumbling about and what isn’t.

Joi