Having
recently returned from a medical mission in Guatemala, it’s very easy for me to
be reminded of even the smallest item to be very thankful for…clothing, water,
a home, work, indoor plumbing, plenty to eat, paper, a pen, access to
healthcare, all the basics, and then, of course, the luxuries. Any one of us could spend days writing down each
item and every person in our life we are thankful for.
Perhaps a
good family exercise this holiday season would be to spend some time with the
family making a list of all that you have to be thankful for. It will be an eye opener.
Though there
are many who are joyous during Thanksgiving and Christmas, there are many who
are suffering. Pray for those who are
suffering from the pain of ill health or the loss of family. Hold your family and friends close during
these holidays. Each day is a
blessing. Be grateful.
Blessings to
you and yours.
Thank you.
Dr. Rick
Barrett
