Everyday, as I step out of the former convent that is now my home, I pass a shop with the most beautiful, stylish leather jacket I have ever seen. It's calling my name. I want it; I have to have it. But my eyes always wander to the pricetag: 161 Euro. As much as I want it, that's my food allowance for more than 2 weeks, and I know that I can't afford it. I then get annoyed that I don't have more money, instead of appreciating what I have.
The other day, however, that all changed. On my way to the bakery to get my usual breakfast, I noticed a small, gray-haired woman bent over a trash can. She was looking through it, trying to find something in there to eat. It tore on my heart strings, so I went to the bakery and bought something for her as well. When I went back to give it to her, she was already gone. It made me really think about what I have. No, I can't afford an expensive leather jacket, but wasn't that just a want and not a need? I have food, shelter, and good friends. And that happens to be a lot more than some people have.
So just for today, I'm going to be thankful for what I have.
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