So, today my friend fussed at me for not posting a “real” blog post since Sunday. Whatever. All she does is post YouTube videos 
But in all seriousness, I have no idea what to talk about on here this week. All the talk of politics makes my brain hurt. So politics are out. I don’t feel witty enough to write another “To Whom it May Concern.” I can’t think of a funny childhood story. I feel tired and boring.
Sometimes, when I get in this kind of uncreative funk, I just have to take a moment and soak in the ordinary around me. And often, that ordinary becomes extraordinary. And just now, I was reminded of the incredible friends I have. As I glanced around my desk, looking for inspiration, I saw a card hanging on my wall. I saw a picture thumbtacked on the side of my cubicle. A silly drawing lying on my desk. And I realized how blessed I am. I am blessed because:
- I have friends who hold me accountable even when that means watching me sulk.
- I have friends who won’t laugh when I put myself down.
- I have friends who love me even when I’m at my most unlovable.
- I have friends who make sacrifices for me.
- I have friends who pray for me.
- I have friends who ask me to pray for them.
- I have friends who inspire me to be a better person.
- I have friends who are beautiful on the inside and out.
- I have friends who are as close as family.
- I have friends who teach me more about Christ through their words, actions and lives.
And I love that my heart is fuller now than it was when I started this post.
Now that’s a real post. I “felt” it. Thank you for your words. They bring healing to you and to we who read.
You know you like my youtube videos. I, however, like your transparency.