Beauty

I just saw this video on another blog that I follow, and I couldn't help but feel amazed.  God is truly a God of Beauty.  I can't look at these videos without feeling so small in comparison.  We live on a big planet in a huge galaxy in a GINORMOUS universe.  We often make the mistake of thinking that the world revolves around us, whether consciously or subconsciously.  However, when you take a step back and really look at everything, you begin to realize that the universe and everything in it will continue on, with or without you.  I don't say this to make you feel worthless.  I say it to help you change your perspective on life.  So, I encourage you to watch the following video.  I promise that it will give you a moment's peace in an otherwise chaotic world.

Shelves of Blessings

Yesterday, I went to Walmart for my daily grocery shopping trip.  Yes, I said daily.  My family and I live at Walmart.  Like my mother, I usually HATE shopping for groceries.  As I passed by endless supplies of jumbo size marshmallows and two pound candy bars, I realized something.  American grocery stores have more food than I'll ever be able to eat.  Aisle after aisle is overflowing with food, some of which I've never even heard of or eaten.  When I took a moment to think about the vastness of my local Walmart and the abundance of groceries, I couldn't help but feel a blessed.  I can honestly say that I've never felt that way about a grocery store.  You always hear people warning you against taking things for granted.  This is usually where a few nods or eye rolls get added into the mix.  However, I finally understood what those people were talking about yesterday.  Every time I turn on my television, I see a commercial about world poverty.  Scenes of emaciated children and their parents flash on the screen.   Human beings in a variety of countries, including my own, are shown living in complete destitution.  These people barely have enough food to keep them alive.  Many don't even have that much. 

The majority of Americans never even have to worry about food or shelter.  After all, America is the land of plenty, with grocery stores being the prime example.  So, next time you visit your local grocery store, I encourage you to really pay attention to your surroundings.  I hope you're able to see all of the blessings that are lined up on the shelves.