There's a temptation when a bad day rolls around to hole up in your room and try to count on your fingers the number of people who are on your side versus the number of people who aren't (and we're not even counting inanimate objects that seem to spring out from nowhere to trip you...i.e. very large shoes that you don't remember buying...at least I know where I've picked up all the people in my life). Today was one of those days. To follow the temptation is futile, however. I could have done the count, but there's deception in numbers...the quality of the support around me from friends and loved ones is amazing--a true blessing.

So, instead of hiding in the room, I counted those blessings:
-A caring God who's never surprised or annoyed with anything we bring before him.
-A wonderful boyfriend who has great advice to give, even moments after waking...not to mention his sweet spirit, kind heart, loving smile, and biting wit. He's always soothing to my soul.
-Great friends who I know are thinking about/praying for/listening to/spending time with me.
-Parents who love me unconditionally and are patient enough to stick around until we figure things out.

I'm not trying to be simplistic or cheesy here. I could smile and truely be ready to help others at work because of these bessings. I can genuinely say that I'm happy...not that happiness is deserved.

But I'm sure grateful. =)