Another year is coming to an end. The house smells like turkey and stuffing, potatoes and pie. Sparkling cider has been chilling in the block house in the yard and will soon find itself filling little clear plastic cups that we will carry around with us for the rest of the night. The series of football games scheduled for the day play themselves out silently on the muted television in the living room. The phone in my pocket beeps and rings with text messages and loving phone calls from friends with wishes of thanksgiving.
Lately I've been wondering why God has chosen to give me the life that He has. Sure there are some bumps and scrapes here and there (those of you closest to me hear me work through them, probably a little more than you'd really like or deserve to), but for the most part my life is radically blessed. I have a family that may seem broken but is full of love and does it's best to fit together. I have friends who show me what is important in life. I have a job that gives me satisfaction and mentors who encourage me to be creative, to search, and to grow. I have an education and the constant opportunity to learn. I have a car that runs, a bike, a long-board, and two legs that get me from place to place at whatever pace I desire. I have a bank account that, though I often joke about it being empty, holds enough money to buy food, pay my phone bill and rent, and provides me with an overabundance of coffee shop moments.
I am blessed with more than I could ask for or really know. Lately I have noticed that my selfishness and greed has been overshadowing my gratitude. I have found myself questioning God's provision and doubting the love and friendship of those around me. And now today is Thanksgiving. It is a day set aside to reflect on gratitude and reflect on the blessings that have been placed on our lives. I've been doing that a lot today - and through that time in my head and heart I have been humbled.
May the holidays come in with grace, love, acceptance, and gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving!
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