A Reminder to Be Grateful

Assalamualaikum wbt,

Hi!

These past few weeks, I’ve been struggling with so many things that sometimes make me want to give up. Yes, sometimes I’m not what people think—I’m not strong, just an ordinary girl living an ordinary life. And I’m so grateful for it.

Even though I didn’t come from a rich family, I’ve never regretted it. Why? Because I have love. A kind of love that can’t be replaced by anything else in this world. I don’t need a reason to give up, because there are others out there who keep going even through greater struggles.

I’m reminded of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Such a tragedy... it reminds me how fragile life truly is. And because of that, I’ve learned to appreciate the little blessings I have, even more.