Great things

Sitting here, basking in the glory of the Chargers taking the title to the AFC West (and therefore a trip to the playoffs) by routing the Broncos by more than 20 points. Man... this is nice.

But it has also caused me to reflect. I'm very happy right now, and I can do nothing but praise God for all of the wonderful gifts He has given me recently.

First off, a trip home to see my parents. How fortunate am I! Wonderful that in today's economy, we are comfortable and able to bring me (and my brother) to North Carolina for a family celebration.

Secondly, a good support system. The longer I am in Miami, the longer I am content with where I am and who I'm with. From providing me with a supportive boss and wonderful site director, to a growing network of friends, to a new man in my life, I'm really being blessed with wonderful relationships that are aiding me in my continuing search for human interaction. I'm also becoming more comfortable in my position, my place, and more.

Thirdly, a great home to live in. And I don't just mean the building. My housemates are increasingly wonderful people, the more I get to know them. I'm inspired by them and encouraged by them.

These are really only the smallest of samples of ways that God has blessed me, but right now, those are the ones I'm feeling the most. (That, and, of course, Jesus Christ himself.)

I'd like to encourage all of you to take the time to really sit down and think about what blessings God has given to you. God is over-generous in His gifts and sometimes we are so blinded by our own ideas that we don't see the wonderful things God has provided. So please stop, look around, and realize where you are blessed. I know I am.

Happy Holidays to all of you! I hope it was a rewarding and contented season.

I'm heading home to Florida on Tuesday. Safe travels to all of us!

Cheers,
Em