Living Impoverished

Shopping for school clothes, as a child, was a frequent source of dischord. I, like most children, would want the brand name clothes and shoes. My mother would frequently says something along the lines of “the brand doesn’t matter, it only matters that you’re clean.” I never understood that I just wanted brand name clothes.

Living here(a third world country) what I’ve realized is: what I thought was important about brand names and the like matter not. Most of the locals I’ve met here are living in constant gratitude. They are thankful for waking up in the morning. Happy for food and shelter, their health, and the health of those they love. Their gratitude seems to permeate through the culture though most are living impoverished by American standards. It’s been an interesting change of perspective.

Today, Wednesday, November 20, 2019, I am grateful that:

I’ve begun to expand my circle of influence. Today, I’ll meet with Richard in an effort to further his endeavors with his business. If I can make a positive impact it’ll be rewarding maybe on multiple fronts.

The antibiotics are working. My toothache has decreased along with the swelling. The pain of a tooth, similar to back pain has the power to affect every part of my body.

My thoughts and actions are more aligned. For longer than I can accurately recall that hasn’t been the case.

Be Grateful! Be Impactful!