Content and Grateful

I have learned many things about being content and grateful. This past weekend was really hard because my dad was in the hospital for some intestinal problems. But what hit me was how much I would miss him. Normally, I don't miss him very much when he's on a business trip because it's nice just to have girls nights with my mom and sister; but this was completely different. I didn't know when he would come home. I am so grateful that I have a dad like him, he was able to come home today and he feels a lot better. So, Dad if you're reading this I love you very much and am so happy you're home. Content. Seven letters of difficulty. I am learning to be content with my life. Every spring break my church goes on a mission trip to Mexico and every year I ask my parents if I can go and every year it's a no. The past two years I have been super bummed and angry that I wasn't able to go. This year I was super bummed and angry that I couldn't go. Then, I realized something. I was being so selfish. God will use me wherever I am and it doesn't have to be in Mexico. I should be thankful that 500+ teenagers want to go on a mission trip and spread God's love! Sometimes we just have to put aside our initial feelings, sit back, and look at the bigger picture. I am going to try to serve in any way possible over spring break, whether it be at the church or anywhere else. Thank you God, for life. Thank you for love and passion. Thank you that I can be me around You. Thank you for friends and family. Thank you that you're always here. I am Your servant, use me in any way, shape, or form. I am the clay, mold me into who You want me to be.