When You're Smiling....

Today is a good day for me!  The sun is trying to peek thru the clouds.  I have a job I love.  I have friends who I am blessed with and on top of all that.....I have an amazing family!!!  As I have said before, the past couple of months have been hard ones.  There are days when I realize I really cant complain.  My mom used to sing a song, "When your smiling.....When your smiling.....the whole world smiles with you!"  

 

It is great having days that make you smile, however when I read the verses of Psalm 56 it reminded me that other people may not be feeling the same way as I am.  While it is great to share my smiles and happiness with everyone around me, it is important for me to remember that others are going thru different circumstances than me.  It is not difficult for me to to think back and remember that I have days when I did not feel that the world was smiling with me and I can quickly recall the feelings and expressions that came with that time.  Today is a great day for me.....so what a great chance for me to take the time to help someone else who may be struggling. I have been struggling lately and my family has come to my rescue on more than one occasion.  I have never been more grateful for my family than I have been the past couple of days. Thank you to all my family (and you know who you are) for reaching out to me and my family!  I am humbled by it and grateful for it. 

Dear Lord, Help me to remember to never assume someone is feeling the same way I am.  Help me to have YOUR heart and care for those who are struggling.  AMEN!