Look for the Silver Linings ...

Too many people miss the silver lining
Because they're expecting gold.
~ Maurice Setter

I've taken down the Christmas decorations.
There's scattered across the spare room,
until I have time to pack them away.

It's early, I know. The living room looks bare.
But we're going away this weekend,
and I didn't want to wait until we get home again.

It's not a spectacular destination,
But I'm sure we'll have a great time.
I'm going to look for the silver lining –
Something wonderful is going to happen, I just know it.

Actually, just putting things in a suitcase
and heading out in the car is exciting.
Being healthy enough to travel …
Being able to take the time off …
(I worked extra hard to get my To Do list to Done).
Having a wonderful husband to travel with …
Knowing we'll see good friends …
And the weather is even going to cooperate –
(no major storms, temp above freezing!)

My life is so blessed. I pray that yours is too.
Whatever you'll be doing this weekend,
look for the silver linings.

Someone once said there's a 'strawberry' in every situation.
Don't overlook your blessings, your silver linings.
God has a good plan for your life.
So … live well.
Be grateful.
Smile. Be someone else's silver lining!

Until the next time … be blessed.
And remember,
Life is a journey – travel first class!