Are there days when it seems like the world around you is going wrong, or at the very least, it’s not going any way that you planned? I have days like that every now and then; days when I don’t know what’s happening or why something’s happening. I have days of uncertainty. I have days when I just want to sit down and cry, or get in the car and drive. Instead, though, those are the days I remember. I sit and I remember all the things that God has done for me and all the ways He has blessed my life and I realize I can’t complain. Not about the present circumstances, not about the uncertainty of life,  not about anything.

I want this post to remind me, on days when it’s easy to forget. And I want this post to remind you, in case you have those days too.

I live a blessed life because of my husband.

In the last two years, there have been a fair share of rocky roads. Fortunately for me, God gave me a rock solid man that is there to hold my hand and be my stability through all of it. I know there are thousands of people out there divorcing every day for every reason under the sun, but I am so thankful for my wonderful, committed, loving husband who takes care of me and provides for me and is only interested in helping me be the best version of myself.

I live a blessed life because I live here, in America.

The trip that we recently took to El Salvador was life-changing. This little boy, when he found out I could take pictures, wanted the first picture to be of the toy that I gave him. It was clean and shiny and new…and I don’t know the last time he had something like that. I…well, I get something new and shiny and clean on an almost weekly basis. The sad part is, I still find time to complain. But I have nothing to complain about–ever. I have a house and a car and air conditioning and food and a hot shower and a lot of extras. A LOT of extras. And so, when I start thinking that life is getting “tough”, I just need to look at this picture, and remind myself I’ve never experienced tough.

I am so blessed, and I know that every single blessing in my life comes from my heavenly Father (James 1:17), Who loves me and provides my every need. No matter the direction my life goes, no matter the things I have or live without, I am truly blessed. And, I am in the care of my God, and that’s all that matters.