Gratitude!!!

As this winter storm, "Oklahoma Blizzard 2011", has seemed to paralyze multiple towns in Oklahoma and around the United States, it has also brought in some ungrateful people in Muskogee, OK. What do I mean by this? So many people complaining about suffering from cabin fever, how the city or county can't clear the roads, there are no groceries, restaurants or stores are closed, or that it is just too cold.

Life's Instruction Manual (aka the Bible) states, "Do EVERYTHING without complaining or arguing," Philippians 2:14.

I want to extend a sincere emotion of appreciation for all the countless hours that ODOT, Muskogee City and County employees, Small businessmen/women, and Individuals who have sacrificed their TIME, FAMILY, and their own SAFETY to provide us with clearer passageways.

As a Healthcare employee/supervisor, these men/women have made it possible for staff to be present for work to provide patient care. As a mother of four, these men/women have made it possible for my family and I to go to town and expend some energy other than at home.

As a Healthcare supervisor, I want to extend a grateful heart to those employees who have put in multiple hours to ensure patient care was provided, even sacrificing your TIME, COMFORT, and SAFETY as well. If it weren't for your dedication to your occupation and employer, patient care would have suffered. You all stepped up to the challenge and I greatly appreciate your diligence!

"Give thanks in ALL circumstances..." 1 Thessalonians 5:18

God has provided families with a means to slow down and enjoy each other with the beautiful white landscape. As evident through Facebook, many families have taken advantage of the snow by sledding, or staying in and watching movies and playing games. Enjoy and relish these moments that God has provided! We have created this fast pace lifestyle for ourselves that eliminates quality family time. Create lasting memories and maybe even gain a realization of the necessity of quality family time. It won't be long and the "normalcy" of life will return!

"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven...He (God) has made everything beautiful in its time." Ecclesiastes 3:1, 11

Now, let me return to my family for our time with each other! :) May God Bless you all!