Wednesday, November 3, 2010

I dont know

Do you ever have those days where you feel so blessed to know the people you do?
I do.

I have the hardest time trusting people I don't know, and sometimes even those I do know. Dustin is always teling me to just trust peoples intentions. He is always wanting to pick up hitch-hikers on the freeway....and I am always convinced they will kill us if we do.

I don't know why I'm that way. Maybe because I figure if you don't trust others you won't ever have problems with others. Just rely on yourself and you'll be golden.

WELL- I dont know what it is about this week but I feel so lucky to have such wonderful people and examples around me and I am actually starting to think maybe people aren't as bad as I think they are.

there was a girl that came into the emergency dept. this week with a really bad headache- to make a long story short, they ended up diagnosing her with a brain tumor. despite the scary news, this girl was so optimistic. she kept talking about how she knew everything would be ok. i couldnt believe it. i had an experience over a year ago where the doctors told me I had pre-cancerous cells. I freaked out thinking I was going to die. i definitely was not optimistic. and my condition was nowhere compared to hers. I wish I had as strong of faith as her and others around me. She just kept saying how she knew the Lord was in control and regardless of what happens to her, she knows it will be the right thing.
Amazing?

I have another amazing person who had a horrible experience this past week. She is so positive about her current situation and such a great example to those around her. Even during this hard time! You would never know something that bad had happened to her, unless she told you. She is always so kind to everyone around her and always helping others. I feel so blessed to know her and so blessed to be able to witness her great example in how to treat those around you.

anyone out there have an amazing husband?
I do.

I think I transform into a witch sometimes. I'm not sure why really...maybe it's like a wolf type thing when the moon comes out. I don't know how he can handle me some days.
BUT
He is the greatest person on the planet.
I am so grateful to have him. and grateful for his example on being so kind to people and teaching me to trust in people more. He is always willing to help anyone, no matter the time of night or day. He is THE greatest example of service.

I am the worst. haha

Does anyone feel as blessed as I do about siblings?
I have the worlds greatest sisters and brothers and on the planet.
Actual ones, in-laws, and best friends who I think of as my siblings.
I don't really know where to start or finish.
so I guess all I can really say is. THANK YOU

Cutest nieces and nephews, best brothers. aunts and uncles, grandparents, friends.

Who am I missing?
Oh just the ones who made Dustin and I possible.
My mom is the best example of kindness. she never has a bad things to say about anyone.
(even when she has every right to say something mean about someone.)
She is the best example of kindness and sacrificing her time for others.
always knee deep doing projects/cooking dinners/ cleaning the house etc.
ALWAYS for others

My dad is the best dad ever. He is the greatest example to me of true love.
He will do anything to try and make a situation better for those he loves.
He tries everything and anything he can in his power to try and make those around him happy.
My mother in law is amazing. She is the greatest example of hard work and perseverance. She has been through more than anyone should ever have to go through and come out of it. Her love for her children is also amazing. I love watching how proud she is of her all her children.
My father in law, I have never met. However, I am So grateful for the example he has left and his spirit that we feel every day.
I feel that because of the example of service that he led, that is why Dustin is so willing to serve those around him. He had a great example that taught him how to treat people. I love hearing stories about him, and can't wait to meet him someday.

well this post was way too long......A journal probably would have been a more appropriate place to write all this. I usually hate when people spill their guts out all over the internet. But oh well.

I feel blessed today.


7 comments:

  1. You are a sweetheart Kourtney. I think this was a beautiful post. How lucky to have such great people in your life! I know that reading this helped me realize my blessings too, which I take so much for granted. Thanks for sharing.

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  2. Kourtney, You are so wonderful! I'm so lucky to have you as a sister! I was so happy to read this post. Love you!

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  3. I think this is the sweetest post! you are adorable! thanks for letting us all read your thoughts and gratitude!

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  4. Kourtney thanks for sharing this with us it makes me realizing how lucky I am too cause I turn into a witch sometimes too and my family deals with it amazingly to :)!!! We love you and miss you!!!

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  5. we are all so lucky to know you! you are the best. thanks for this post. a great pick-me-up!

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  6. Hey Kourtney,

    So fun to see your blog!!! Hope you and Dustin are doing good!!!
    Keep in touch.

    Ben, Alex and Felicity

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  7. I think this was a great post! Very uplifting! You are cute! This is the first time I think I've seen a picture of Dustin's Dad. I can't believe I've never seen one before. I can see Dustin in him. I bet he had quite the personality. I hope I can meet him someday too.
    P.S. I am glad you're my sister!! Lucky ME!

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