Perspective

On the days when I'm feeling bummed that I have to put the shoes, clothes, activities I want on hold, all I need is a little perspective to remind me to count my many blessings. 

Today is one of those days.

I can't afford to look at the sales & promo's all my favorite retail stores are having.

I can't help my friend celebrate her birthday dinner tonight at the steakhouse because I know it's just way out of my budget.

My haircut is way overdue.

I miss thrifting, but I still have to put food on the table.

I've put so many projects and crafts to the side because I can't just go out and buy a new can of paint or new fabric.

And I'm not the type of person to spend money I don't have, so simply "charging it" won't cure a thing. 

Yea, sure, it blows.

But I look at this sweet picture and its almost like taking a breath of fresh air.

It's exactly what I needed.

Isn't it sad that in the U.S., you can still have a running car, a/c, a house, and a flat screen, yet you can still claim yourself living in poverty? 

Ok I'll be honest, I have all those things and much more, and I would never consider myself impoverished by any means. Not even close!

I look at this picture and I feel blessed.

I may not be able to afford the new sneakers I've been eyeing for months, but I still have shoes.

I can't afford a haircut but I still have hair (that grows wayy too fast)

My a/c works.

I can still have steak tonight, just not at a restaurant with friends.

I can't afford to take the baby to Disney, but I have the option of taking him to the pool and park.

All I needed was a little perspective.

We all need it some times.