Thankful

"When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around."
-- Willie Nelson

Lately I have realized just how much I have blessed in my life. There are so many things that I should be thankful for, and I didn't really understand how lucky I am until just recently.

1. I graduated. Yes, me..I did it! My senior year was full of craziness and sickness, and I honestly was hanging on by a thread. I was so sick that my grades went from A's to F's and in the final month of school I pulled up every single one of my grades back up and I passed everything. I honestly don't think I have ever prayed harder than I did these past few weeks. I know I wouldn't have made it without God's grace.

2. I got a car for graduation. Oh yes, and it's not a "little beater" either. My sister and her husband blessed me by giving me one of their cars, a 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. They put in new brake pads, made sure the oil was changed, cleaned everything up.. it's perfect! And it drives really smooth! This was a total shock, I didn't actually think they were serious when they said they were giving it to me. I love it. :)

3. I have an amazing family who loves me. My family is great, every single one of 'em, especially my mom. She has always supported me in all of my decisions and helped me when I was in need. But most important, she has loved me through it all, even if I didn't quite love myself very much. My family seriously means the world to me.

4. I have a healthy, strong, body and mind. I have decided that I am going to help others in any way I can. There is no reason why I shouldn't volunteer somewhere, for something, anything. I am perfectly able to help others, and I have recently gained the drive for helping others, I just want to help with everything lately. Although, I don't know where to start..ideas would be great! lol

I could write a list to 100 but I doubt anyone would read it all! haha These are just some of the few things on my mind lately. :)