You Don't Know What You've Got 'Till It's Gone

After retrieving my wallet from a rather seedy location this morning, I took a moment to be thankful the fact that no one stole anything out of it. My school ID, driver's license, debit card, Panera gift card (because who doesn't love Panera?), and a single crinkly dollar were all exactly where I had left them.

Thankfully.

I can't say that I have ever taken time out of my day to appreciate my wallet. But at that moment, it was one of the most important things in my life, as crazy as that sounds. We never seem to take the time to feel grateful for things until they are gone. Because I think that is kind of sad, I am now taking the time to compose a list of the things that I have that I don't usually think about. (Disclaimer: I am sorry if you don't have some of these things. If this is the case, think of other things that you have, but take for granted).

1. The ability to breathe through my nose- If you aren't sick, take a moment to breathe through your nose. Remember how amazing this feels when you have a cold.

2. My senses- The fact that I can see, hear, taste, touch, and smell is fantastic. The Ultra Music Festival live stream that is playing in the background as I type this, the dim lighting from the melty-crayon lamp in my dorm room, the stale dorm air, and the tea that I am currently drinking; none of this would be possible without senses.

3. All of my friends- Self-explanatory. I love them to death, but I definitely take them for granted at times.



So take a moment, right now, and think about everything that you have. It will make your day a million times more fantastic, I promise you.