There are so many wonderful things in this life, and while sometimes it's so easy to overshadow the good with all the bad, ugly and sad. Today though I want to focus on the positive. I am blessed with a family who loves on me constantly and who challenge me to be better. The puffy white clouds in the blue, blue sky are such a beautiful thing to see out my window. The fact that I live in a free country and also one of the most advanced countries in the world is such a great thing. People come from all over the world to get cancer (and other medical) treatment and I am blessed to live mere hours from the top medical facilities in the world is amazing. The fact that I can own a Bible - actually a number of them - and worship God freely. That I have a cozy bed to sleep in and a warm little dog that cuddles up beside me while I rest. The fact that I'm here well over two years since the doctors thought I would be is something I'm so grateful for. I am amazed sometimes at the way people show their love and concern for me. That God sent His only Son to this earth to die for me and forgive my sins. Wow. There are so many more things that are wonderful in this world and even more that I am grateful for. The old Louis Armstrong song "What a Wonderful World" made me think of all the great things we take for granted on a daily basis. What are you thankful for? What little things in life do you constantly take for granted. Focus on the positive for a few minutes, friends. I know you will be glad that you did.
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Mom
7/22/2015 09:04:15 am
There truly are so many wonderful things in each and every day. Thanks for taking time to point out the many things we have to just be thankful for. I love you!!
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Dennis
7/22/2015 10:55:21 am
Thanks. The Lord is always good! Praying for you regularly. May the Lord bless and keep you!
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Jenny
7/22/2015 12:38:18 pm
Thank you Kayli! What a beautiful post!
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Susan
7/22/2015 04:06:53 pm
Amen, sweet girl! AMEN!!
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Mark
7/22/2015 11:41:43 pm
Kayli, you are truly an amazing young woman. You have a great gift of inspiring through adversity. I wonder if you know how many lives you touch. I'm sure many people read your blog & caring bridge that never post (like me). Just wanted to let you know how lucky we all are to have you in our lives. Love you. Praying for you & your family.
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Dad
7/23/2015 12:01:35 am
Thank you, Kayli, for that reminder! It is so easy for me to get caught up in little petty things that require my attention that I temporarily miss all the wonderful blessings out Lord Jesus has given all around us. I am going to try to focus on noticing the many good things today as I drive and work and come home. Right now I'm about to brush my teeth , and I'm thankful for each little white(ish) one that will let me chew up my breakfast in 10 minutes :)
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Sandy Daron
7/23/2015 08:56:38 am
Kayli,
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Madelyn
9/14/2015 03:56:14 pm
Dear Sweet Kayli - I hope you are finding some relief from pain in the hospital. With all my heart, dear, I am so thankful that I have had the opportunity to have you in my life. You have changed my life, for sure. Love, Madelyn
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sandi hostetler
10/24/2015 07:12:27 pm
You, my dear wonderful granddaughter, are who I am so thankful for. So thankful that God has given us more time together. Love you so much.
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