Life is a Gift

Today, before you say an unkind word,
think of someone who can't speak.
Before you complain about the taste of your food,
think of someone who has nothing to eat.
Before you complain about your husband or wife,
think of someone who's crying out to God for a companion.
Today, before you complain about your life,
think of those who may have died before their time.
Before whining about the distance you drive,
think of those who walk the same distance on foot.
When you are tired and complain about your job,
think of the unemployed, the disabled, and those who wish they had a job.
And, when depressing thoughts seem to get you down,
put a smile on your face and think;
your alive and still around for a reason.