Thanking Him

These days I often find myself thinking of my life in two parts; as it was before my cancer diagnosis (BC) and as it is now, after my cancer diagnosis (AC). The now familiar AC self has become accustomed to a lack of energy, aches and pains of a previously unfamiliar nature, occasional bouts of whining and self pity and a serious curtailment of a social life. So yesterday, when I received the unexpected blessing of a day that was unusually similar to the days of my BC life, I was happily surprised, and grateful, and elated, and even a bit giddy at the end of the day from the experience. It was easy to praise and thank God for His good gifts.
It's still early and I don't know yet what the day will bring, but my prayer right at this moment is that I will end this day with that same gratitude, regardless of what transpires. God is with me, holding me tightly every moment, in good times and in trials. Our journey has made this knowledge a reality. And I pray that He will continue to allow trials to enter my life, if only to keep me aware that I am never alone.
I've shared this prayer before, but it bears repeating:

"I bless Thee....for the body Thou hast given me,
for preserving its strength and vigour,
for providing senses to enjoy delights,
for the ease and freedom of my limbs,
for hands, eyes, ears that do Thy bidding,
for Thy royal bounty providing my daily support,
for a full table and overflowing cup,
for appetite, taste, sweetness,
for social joys of relatives and friends,
for ability to serve others,
for a heart that feels sorrows and necessities,
for a mind to care for my fellow-men,
for opportunities of spreading happiness around,
for loved ones in the joys of heaven,
for my own expectation of seeing Thee clearly....."-The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers and Devotions.

Have a GREAT day!