I was driving to work two weeks ago when my tire pressure sensor sounded. It's never a fun sound to hear, but it's happened before in cold weather, so I was hoping that's all it was this time. Boy I was wrong! The fact that I made it to the elementary school parking lot where I work before my tire went completely flat was a true miracle. Then my sister, who has AAA, offered to call them and come meet me to help get my tire changed. That was the second blessing of the day. After work, I headed over to Discount Tires fully expecting to have to buy a new tire. But they told me my tire was covered under my road hazard warranty--something I don't even remember purchasing--and that they would replace my tire for free. If you're counting, that's blessing number three. And I struggle with anxiety on a good day, but despite all the stress of this one, my anxiety stayed very low, which I count as another small miracle. Through it all, I felt very watched over and helped, and could see the hand of the Lord in my life. And for that I am truly grateful!
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I also have anxiety, so solidarity fist-bump!
ReplyDeleteI got a new car at the end of last year, and I didn't realize until too late that with this car, the tire alert means a real problem. On my very old car, the light came on with every temperature change, so I didn't worry with this light. I ruined the tire, and I did have to buy four new ones - an expensive lesson! I'm glad yours turned out better!
Oh, no! That's awful that you had to replace all four tires. For me, cars are like computers...I just want them to work right all the time because I don't like figuring out how to fix things when they go wrong.
DeleteLark, I love this and want to thank you for sharing this :) Anxiety is the worst - I'm so glad yours was able to stay so low during a time that was definitely stressful. And yes, to these blessings, which were so well deserved! He most definitely shows up! Wishing you the loveliest Christmas!! And the Happiest New Year!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Nadia! How are you doing? I've been missing your posts and hoping you are hanging in there and that life is treating you well. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas this week. Sending hugs and warmest wishes your way! 🤗
DeleteA very nice post Lark and this is the way to look at life. There is a saying "gratitude is the engine of faith" and it really hit home. And we have to pay attention to the good things that happen in life and give thanks to God who is looking out for us. Have a very Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteI love that saying! I'm going to write that one down and post it by my mirror so I can remember it. Gratitude is the engine of faith. So powerful. Being grateful and finding the glad things in life is something I've been working on this year. And it's help make a difference with my stress. I wish you a very Merry Christmas, too! :D
DeleteHappy holidays. I hope you enjoy an anxiety-free time!
ReplyDeleteThank you! This should be a good week. Mostly because I get to stay at home and read and be with family. :D I wish you a very Merry Christmas and happy holidays, too.
DeleteI'm glad it worked out so well. Wonderful to be able to see the blessings in small things that make a big difference!
ReplyDeleteThere's two ways to look at life...and I've been trying to change my viewpoint to the more positive, glad and grateful side this year. :D
DeleteYou can add my name to the 'anxiety' group, Lark. I struggle with it, but have had times when it has been quite bad. In any case, my faith helps me during those times. I even have a playlist on my phone with songs of faith that I have listened to over and over to help me focus on God's grace and plan instead of my fears. I love the thought you shared. Glad you tire episode worked out. I'm grateful for your friendship and the sharing of thoughts that you do here, Lark. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Peace, joy and love...
ReplyDeleteI love that you have a playlist of songs that helps you focus on God's help and faith. What an awesome idea! I've been trying to breathe and meditate more this year and that helps some with my anxiety, but I think listening to songs like your list would be even better. Thanks for your kind comments! And have a Merry Christmas. :D
DeleteThat's wonderful that it worked out so well--tires going bad are dangerous! And then for it not to be expensive, because they're expensive, too! (All from experience, sadly...)
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Everything with cars seems to be super expensive. Makes me wish I lived in a walkable city. But I don't. And I'm grateful this experience didn't cost me anything. It was definitely a blessing. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas, too!!! :D
DeleteThose are good things to be glad about. Way to go! So glad it turned out positive and you got a new tire free, oh yeah!
ReplyDeleteWho knew a negative like a flat tire could end with so many positive, glad things! I guess Pollyanna was right when she taught everyone to play her glad game. :D
DeleteIt is so fortunate that all of those good things happened after you had the tire problem. I have to remind myself that gratitude is important.
ReplyDeleteIt is SO important. I struggle with it, because negative thoughts are so much easier to find than positive ones, but it's gratitude and looking for joy that makes life better, and helps me to smile.
DeleteHow wonderful that everything worked out despite having a flat tire! What a pleasant surprise that you didn't even have to pay for a new tire. I love the way you looked at the situation, too, Lark. You could've been bummed about the flat, but you looked at the positives! Have a wonderful and happy holiday, Lark! :)
ReplyDeleteLooking for the good and the glad is something I've been working on all year...and maybe I'm finally getting the hang of it. ;D I hope you have a very Merry Christmas!!!
DeleteTruly a whole series of things to be glad about! I'm so glad everything worked out for you.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I feel very blessed that things worked out the way they did. :D
DeleteI struggle with anxiety too. It can be rough. I'm so glad that your anxiety was able to stay low and that everything worked out. I always try to look for the little blessings in everything. It's hard sometimes, but I know there's always something to be grateful for. Merry Christmas! Hope you have a wonderful holiday! :)
ReplyDeleteIt is hard to be grateful and positive when life throws so much of the negative our way. But looking for the good and for God in my life is what helps me when I'm struggling. And anxiety can definitely be a real struggle. It makes me even more grateful for Christmas. I hope you have the merriest of holidays!!! :D
DeleteI'm glad everything worked out well. Anxiety is the worst. I hope you have a Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that you had a good day on a day that might have been a lot worse.
ReplyDeleteLoving it!!
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