Finals week food for thought...

Sometimes, a little bit of perspective is good. It is easy to get caught up in things and forget to be grateful during weeks that involve 5 exams and 2 patient appointments. But I am so blessed for this opportunity. When I stop to think about that, it literally astounds me. I don't have to take these finals- I get to take them. If I wasn't here, pursuing my dream, I don't know where I would be. My purpose is here and God is quietly revealing his plan for me. I am humbled and grateful for that. 

On that note, I have also spent a lot of time this week following the relief efforts that are going on in Alabama after the tornados that struck there last week. The devastation is beyond what one can truly imagine, yet people are amazing and awe-inspiring. If you have a minute, take a look at this website, or follow Toomer's for Tuscaloosa on Facebook. Y'all, these people are incredible!! They have stepped up to coordinate efforts all over the place and make sure that people have the items and information they need in a time of great struggle. Some of their posts have actually brought me to tears on more than one occasion and I wish that I could physically go and help! I will continue to pray for all of those affected by the storms and hopefully find a way to contribute to the relief efforts soon. 

Side note: My sister lives in Alabama, but she is safe and Auburn was not effected. Thank Heaven. Our friends and "family" in Huntsville are safe and getting their power back as well. Prayers of thanks for that! 

So, if you are in the middle of finals, or just starting finals, or facing some other tribulations in your life, take a moment to be thankful for what you do have and the opportunities you have been blessed with....